There was excitement at the Lagos Mainland Local Government Secretariat on Friday, October 9, 2026, as the Council hosted its 2026 Spelling Bee Competition for pupils and students of public schools across the Local Government Area.
The competition featured participants from both primary and secondary schools. The initiative was designed to promote reading culture, improve spelling skills, build confidence and encourage healthy academic competition among pupils and students.
The Executive Chairman of Lagos Mainland Local Government, Mayor (Dr.) Jubril Kolawole Emilagba, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to education, describing it as a key priority.
He emphasised the importance of investing in young people and providing them with opportunities to develop their talents and achieve academic excellence.
Representing the Chairman, the Executive Vice Chairman, Hon. Adewale Moshood Momoh, presented prizes and gifts to the winners. Other dignitaries who presented prizes included the Council Manager, Mr. Moriu Oluwafemi Ojikutu, and the Education Secretary of Lagos Mainland Local Government Education Authority (LGEA), Barr. Tajudeen Tijani.
Following a keenly contested competition, the following winners emerged:
PRIMARY SCHOOL CATEGORY
First Position: Oganna Francis — Ijero Baptist Primary School
Second Position: Chidinma Odubesi — UNTA Odunfa Christ Church Primary School
Third Position: Oshinlaja Abdulmuiz — Lagos Mainland Primary School
SECONDARY SCHOOL CATEGORY
First Position: Mary Nwoga — Mwarudeen Senior High School,
Second Position: Otumara Israel — Ayetoro Senior Grammar School,
Third Position: Ogbonna Janet — Ilogbo Junior High School,
The winners and other participants expressed their appreciation to the Council for providing the platform to showcase their abilities. Teachers also commended the Local Government for reviving the academic initiative and creating opportunities for learners to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
In his closing remarks, the Head of Department, Education and Library Services, Mr. Salau Rasheed, appreciated everyone who contributed to the success of the competition and reaffirmed the department’s commitment to supporting educational development across Lagos Mainland.
The programme concluded with group photographs featuring the organisers, dignitaries, teachers and participating pupils and students.
Igbega Ipinle Eko, Ajumose Gbogbo Wa Ni O
Public Affairs Unit
Lagos Mainland Local Government