The Lagos State Government has strengthened the administrative capacity of newly elevated Principals and Vice Principals through a structured induction workshop organised by the Lagos State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM).
Eko Hot News reports that the two-day induction was held at the Teaching Service Staff Development Centre, Owutu, Ikorodu, to equip 200 newly promoted school leaders with modern administrative and management skills.
Declaring the workshop open, TESCOM Chairman, Victoria Mopelola Peregrino, said the initiative exposes officers to contemporary issues in school administration and leadership.
She noted that principals and vice principals must demonstrate curiosity, resilience, flexibility, responsibility and diligence in managing school systems effectively.
Peregrino stated that the programme aligns with the T.H.E.M.E.S Plus Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, which prioritises quality education and life-transforming learning outcomes.
Represented by Hon. Dr Olusegun Agbaje, she urged participants to become change agents who embrace innovation and technology to improve teaching and learning standards.
In his welcome remarks, Permanent Secretary of TESCOM, Mr Olawale Ojikutu, represented by Mrs. Aloba Abidemi, congratulated the officers and charged them to justify their elevation through dedication and excellence.
He emphasised that school administrators must be skilled problem solvers capable of addressing disciplinary and budgetary challenges with strong analytical competence.
Ojikutu advised the new leaders to avoid unilateral decisions and instead promote inclusive stakeholder engagement within their school communities.
The induction workshop, facilitated by Lateral Consulting, combined lectures, syndicate sessions, case studies and experience sharing to reinforce leadership competencies.
Participants were trained on effective school management techniques tailored to the evolving demands of post-primary education in Lagos State.
The initiative reflects the state government’s continued investment in capacity building to enhance educational standards and institutional effectiveness across public secondary schools.
