Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, a leading governorship aspirant under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the education sector as part of efforts to build a better future for the next generation.
Press Briefing on Education Plans
Speaking at a press briefing on Sunday, Ajadi said his administration, if elected in 2027, would focus on harnessing grassroots talents while providing support for vulnerable and underprivileged children. He announced plans to launch a “Back-to-School Initiative” on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, across the seven geopolitical zones of the state, in commemoration of the 2025/2026 third term resumption.
Support for Vulnerable Pupils
According to him, the programme aims to support over 200 vulnerable pupils with school uniforms, socks, sandals, and other educational materials. Ajadi noted that the initiative would complement ongoing efforts by the administration of Seyi Makinde in addressing the challenge of out-of-school children.
Partnership and Implementation
The initiative, he added, is being implemented in partnership with the Catch Them Young Campaign Initiative to ensure that support reaches pupils in government-owned primary schools across the state. In Ibadan, the first phase of the programme will cover selected schools, including Ode Aje Primary School, Kumapayi Primary School, Olodo; IDC Primary School, Odo-Ona; L. A Special School, Gate; and St. Luke’s Demonstration Basic School, Molete.
Future Expansion
Ajadi further disclosed that the initiative would be extended to other zones of the state in the coming weeks.
