A student of Adams Yakubu Memorial School, Agege, Lagos State, Aminat Alege, who became blind in one eye after she was hit by a teargas canister fire by a policeman, has received succour from the Lagos State House of Assembly.
The student, who became blind following the incident on February 9, 2024, received a support of N5 million for her treatment.
Alege, who has expressed the hope of seeing with both eyes again, was presented with a cheque for that amount by the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, on Friday, which coincided with his birthday.
Obasa said the money was contributed by the members of the Assembly as part of efforts to help the victim’s family mitigate the educational challenge she might have faced since the incident.
He said the lawmakers decided to assist after watching Alege’s parents appeal for assistance from the public.
He added: “There was a programme where the parents cried out for assistance.
“So we at the Lagos State House of Assembly have contributed N5 million.
“We have also offered a scholarship for the young lady so that she can continue her education.”
The Speaker also gifted brilliant pupils from across the 20 local government areas of Lagos State and six education districts of the state with cash rewards.
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At the event, which was held at the Oyewole Primary School, Agege, Obasa said he loved celebrating his birthday with school children as a way of motivating them and making them serious with their studies.
The speaker urged the students to develop the confidence and dream that they would become something tomorrow, adding: “This was my school.
“As a child, I never thought that I would be where I am today/
“You must be hardworking.
“It does not matter the name of your school.
“What matters is your ability and how much you can put into your study.
“So start reading now.
“I was in Class 3 when I finished preparing the processes for WAEC exams.
“I can display my result and how I passed at one sitting.
“You don’t have to feel oppressed because you are not in a private school.
“That is why we are always here to encourage you and make you see that you’re truly our future.
“You can be better than us but you must make sure you are serious with your education.
“I want a situation where in the future, you will remember today and also find yourself in positions to inspire others.”
Speaking, Tutor-General Oladele Adekanye commended the speaker for always uplifting education in the state.
Adekanye promised that the students would continue to make the state proud.
Speaking on behalf of the students, Obaloluwa Akilla, described Obasa as a pride to the people of Agege because of the massive infrastructural development he has attracted to the area.
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