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Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by Princecharmin(m): 3:05pm On Oct 05, 2014
All three children bearing Ade- prefix....diarisgod o grin
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by slimsquad2000: 3:11pm On Oct 05, 2014
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Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by Nobody: 3:12pm On Oct 05, 2014
Wow, people like her renew my faith in humanity and Nigerians. There are good and selfless people even though they many not be as many as we wish.

Please we should let this inspire and challenge us to find a way to do our own good deeds. Even if it's just 1k, there is always a way one can contribute towards our society.

God bless her
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by suckerpunch: 3:28pm On Oct 05, 2014
yuzjet:
*Good samaritan*.... May God reward u cos am impressed.

God, u know I have a soft heart already, I only [b]needs money to show it. Kindly provide for me.[/b] grin

......And proper use of grammar! grin grin

Just kidding tho'
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by gebest: 3:54pm On Oct 05, 2014
Gov'r Amosun pls take note for a refund.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by osjoshua(m): 3:57pm On Oct 05, 2014
luvlyoracle:
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can I get it in benin
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by luvlyoracle(m): 4:03pm On Oct 05, 2014
osjoshua:

can I get it in benin
Yes.
Contact me.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by mechanics(m): 4:06pm On Oct 05, 2014
[quote author=Emmysteve post=26874103]A teacher, Mrs. Ayoade Opeogun, who renovated her classroom at Methodist Nursery and Primary school, Abeokuta, Ogun State, speaks with MOTUNRAYO JOEL about what motivated her action

Please introduce yourself.

My name is Ayoade Opeogun and I have five children. I was trained as a nursery and primary
school teacher at Olabisi Onabanjo University; I graduated in 2003. I teach Nursery Two pupils at
Methodist Nursery and Primary School.

When did you join your current school?

I was transferred to the school in 2011. I was previously at St. Johnson Primary School, Kuto,
Abeokuta in Ogun State.

How many pupils do you have in your class?
I have about 36 pupils.

When you were transferred to the school, what were the things you noticed?

When I joined the school, I noticed that it was not conducive to learning. The buildings were
dilapidated; the floor in the classrooms had potholes, even the classroom’s ceiling was off. It
wasn’t a classroom to teach children. I complained to the school management that I couldn’t
teach in such an environment and they said I should do whatever I felt had to do. That was when
I decided to renovate the classroom.

What did you do?

I got a bricklayer to re-plaster the floor, then I fixed the ceiling and roof. I repainted the walls
inside and outside and I decorated them with educational nursery images and symbols. I also
equipped the classroom with teaching and learning aids such as television, DVD and picture
chats. I also brought in a standing fan and window blind.

There was no electricity in the class; so I went to the Power Holding Company of Nigeria and
pleaded with the workers there to install electricity in the class which they did. I did other minor
things in the classroom. At the end of the day, I spent about N400, 000.


Did the school management make a complaint about the state of the school to the government?

They did complain, but I believe the state government is doing its best to renovate all public
schools. But if a teacher is teaching in a classroom that isn’t conducive, the teacher should do
what is necessary, even if it means spending his or her money. If we have to wait till the
government is ready to renovate our classrooms, pupils will be the ones to suffer.

What motivated you to spend so much?

My love for my pupils motivated me. I couldn’t stand seeing them learning in such an
environment. When I started renovating the class, I started little by little; I never thought I would
go that far. I spent 11 months salaries to renovate the classroom. Each month, after collecting
my salary, I would remove a certain amount to renovate the class. Later when I finished, I told
the State Universal Basic Education Board that I wanted to dedicate the class in memory of my
mother and they allowed me. My mother solely funded my education; I lost my father at a tender
age. If not because of her, I won’t be where I am today. The children are enjoying the classroom
now. They are so happy and eager to learn, I noticed that their grades improved greatly after the
renovation. They are so enthusiastic to learn.

How did the school react?

At first when I started, I got discouraged by teachers, they kept giving me reasons why I
shouldn’t renovate the class, but I stood my ground and followed my heart. I made up my mind
to do it. When it became a reality, they now realised the importance of all what I did. The school
authorities were happy about it. I wanted the classroom to be like the ones I see in private
schools. Even the pupils’ parents expressed happiness. People didn’t expect me to do what I did,
I was happy that I made a difference in the lives of the pupils.

How did the government react?

I don’t know. I’m not aware if SUBEB informed the government or not.

What else do you plan to do in your classroom?

I’m planning to buy a two and a half mattress, chairs and tables for the pupils. Now, we have
wooden benches in the classroom. I hope to have bought all these things before resumption.

Didn’t the money you spent drain your purse?

No, maybe because all my children except one are grown up thus I don’t have many
responsibilities.

Did you get help from any individual or corporate organisation? Wow, dats best gift one can give to d less privilege, God almighty wil reward her if dey wont select her 4 national honours, bless her husband, children n her extended, amen
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by Nobody: 4:08pm On Oct 05, 2014
Aww. May God bless her! smiley.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by greall1: 4:08pm On Oct 05, 2014
Ha ha



Sammyblaq hpost=26877592:
some pupil 4 d class go wan dey repeat class I tell u.
Her love for her profession. Aunty welldone
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by delpee(f): 4:17pm On Oct 05, 2014
May God bless her in full measure for touching the lives of others in a selfless way.
Luke 6:38
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by mogentle(m): 4:44pm On Oct 05, 2014
Decryptor:
This is the reason why APC should not be allowed to win the next presidential elections in 2015. Cos teachers nationwide will end up renovating their classrooms by themselves, doctors will end up renovating govt hospitals infact, ordinary nigerians will begin to tar their roads by themselves while Tinubu and his cohorts conduct owambe in Aso Villa
Dumbass, did you read at all? Your critic sensory neurons got accidentally activated once you saw OGUN state. The woman confessed that Amosun is doing a lot of renovations same time. Benue State government that is reducing worker's salary is also from APC? Unstable electricity, zero employment, and low level of security is also caused by APC? That name is your headache, you'd better take your drugs.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by BRAVIES(m): 4:52pm On Oct 05, 2014
May the good lord never let your pocket dry for this act displayed.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by Decryptor(m): 4:56pm On Oct 05, 2014
mogentle:

Dumbass, did you read at all? Your critic sensory neurons got accidentally activated once you saw OGUN state. The woman confessed that Amosun is doing a lot of renovations same time. Benue State government that is reducing worker's salary is also from APC? Unstable electricity, zero employment, and low level of security is also caused by APC? That name is your headache, you'd better take your drugs.

The bolded anomalies you mentioned are known to happen mostly in APC states. Now run along son and go hug a gas turbine
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by agentakins: 5:01pm On Oct 05, 2014
this is the kind of human we want in govt. not animals that wear agbada
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by mogentle(m): 5:14pm On Oct 05, 2014
Decryptor:


The bolded anomalies you mentioned are known to happen mostly in APC states. Now run along son and go hug a gas turbine

After you agree to hug the next transformer. So, you have nothing to say about Benue state issue? I thought you classified PDP govt as the best for people. I got you live, into the cage till you admit you are a learner in politics.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by drnairalov: 5:27pm On Oct 05, 2014
God bless mam
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by khk01: 5:39pm On Oct 05, 2014
Eeeeeya...Na only God go reward u.D principal dey sleep abi d school board travel wey dem no see say d classroom no dey okay...Any ways all d money dat dey re sharing giv schools wey una no allow reach dem...Chai!Chai!!Chai!....There is God ooooo.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by Greenified(m): 5:41pm On Oct 05, 2014
Vote MRS AYOADE OPEOGUN as President.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by khk01: 5:42pm On Oct 05, 2014
Abi Princepan,where u dey..shey na only dis Teacher waka come grin
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by Redstone(m): 5:49pm On Oct 05, 2014
I still don't believe it, but I think we still have generous teachers around.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by micath09(m): 6:05pm On Oct 05, 2014
bist:
Ok, ur reward is in heaven, next post pls!!
You are such a big fool for your comment. So, this humongous gestures deserve no commendations from your myopic mind.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by Amhappy(f): 6:13pm On Oct 05, 2014
Ma u are an angel.God bless you
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by munex007(m): 7:30pm On Oct 05, 2014
"Nothing beats education. I’m happy to see my pupils happy"

May God give you multi rewards in this life and hereafter..
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by ozo13(m): 7:37pm On Oct 05, 2014
National award all d way.God bless u and ya family woman.dis r d real ppl DAT deserve award not ppl like ikimi DAT receive national award jus 2mnths after decamping from APC to PDP
Emmysteve:
A teacher, Mrs. Ayoade Opeogun, who renovated her classroom at Methodist Nursery and Primary school, Abeokuta, Ogun State, speaks with MOTUNRAYO JOEL about what motivated her action

Please introduce yourself.

My name is Ayoade Opeogun and I have five children. I was trained as a nursery and primary
school teacher at Olabisi Onabanjo University; I graduated in 2003. I teach Nursery Two pupils at
Methodist Nursery and Primary School.

When did you join your current school?

I was transferred to the school in 2011. I was previously at St. Johnson Primary School, Kuto,
Abeokuta in Ogun State.

How many pupils do you have in your class?
I have about 36 pupils.

When you were transferred to the school, what were the things you noticed?

When I joined the school, I noticed that it was not conducive to learning. The buildings were
dilapidated; the floor in the classrooms had potholes, even the classroom’s ceiling was off. It
wasn’t a classroom to teach children. I complained to the school management that I couldn’t
teach in such an environment and they said I should do whatever I felt had to do. That was when
I decided to renovate the classroom.

What did you do?

I got a bricklayer to re-plaster the floor, then I fixed the ceiling and roof. I repainted the walls
inside and outside and I decorated them with educational nursery images and symbols. I also
equipped the classroom with teaching and learning aids such as television, DVD and picture
chats. I also brought in a standing fan and window blind.

There was no electricity in the class; so I went to the Power Holding Company of Nigeria and
pleaded with the workers there to install electricity in the class which they did. I did other minor
things in the classroom. At the end of the day, I spent about N400, 000.


Did the school management make a complaint about the state of the school to the government?

They did complain, but I believe the state government is doing its best to renovate all public
schools. But if a teacher is teaching in a classroom that isn’t conducive, the teacher should do
what is necessary, even if it means spending his or her money. If we have to wait till the
government is ready to renovate our classrooms, pupils will be the ones to suffer.

What motivated you to spend so much?

My love for my pupils motivated me. I couldn’t stand seeing them learning in such an
environment. When I started renovating the class, I started little by little; I never thought I would
go that far. I spent 11 months salaries to renovate the classroom. Each month, after collecting
my salary, I would remove a certain amount to renovate the class. Later when I finished, I told
the State Universal Basic Education Board that I wanted to dedicate the class in memory of my
mother and they allowed me. My mother solely funded my education; I lost my father at a tender
age. If not because of her, I won’t be where I am today. The children are enjoying the classroom
now. They are so happy and eager to learn, I noticed that their grades improved greatly after the
renovation. They are so enthusiastic to learn.

How did the school react?

At first when I started, I got discouraged by teachers, they kept giving me reasons why I
shouldn’t renovate the class, but I stood my ground and followed my heart. I made up my mind
to do it. When it became a reality, they now realised the importance of all what I did. The school
authorities were happy about it. I wanted the classroom to be like the ones I see in private
schools. Even the pupils’ parents expressed happiness. People didn’t expect me to do what I did,
I was happy that I made a difference in the lives of the pupils.

How did the government react?

I don’t know. I’m not aware if SUBEB informed the government or not.

What else do you plan to do in your classroom?

I’m planning to buy a two and a half mattress, chairs and tables for the pupils. Now, we have
wooden benches in the classroom. I hope to have bought all these things before resumption.

Didn’t the money you spent drain your purse?

No, maybe because all my children except one are grown up thus I don’t have many
responsibilities.

Did you get help from any individual or corporate organisation?

No I didn’t. I didn’t even approach anyone. I did it all by myself with God by my side.
If you didn’t spend that money on your class, what would you have used it for?

Maybe I could have bought a new car or bought myself something expensive, but nothing beats
education. I’m happy to see my pupils happy. I kept wondering how I would leave a beautiful
home to teach in a dilapidated classroom. It was saddening, and moreover, I was a level 12
officer then, it would be a shame on my part to teach in such a classroom.

Do you regret your action?

No. Rather, I’m happy and full of joy.

What is your advice to the government?

When a governor comes into power, they make so many promises, but don’t keep half of them.
Governors should learn to keep their promises especially in the area of education. Also,
whenever, they give out a contract that has to do with education, they should follow it up, until it
becomes a reality.

What is your advice to teachers?

They should help the indigent, most of them are found in public schools. Teachers should try
and make a difference in their lives. One may think they won’t appreciate it, but it’s not true.

What is your view about teachers’ welfare?

Teachers need to be celebrated. A large percentage of teachers in the country are poorly paid,
and when there is no money, a teacher will not be motivated to teach. Governments across the
country should boost teachers’ welfare. Whether we like it or not, teachers play a major role in
the society; a lot of us won’t be where we are if not because of the teachers that taught us.
How did your husband feel about the expenses you incurred while renovating the classroom?
He was very supportive. He gave me the go-ahead.

Do you sometimes wish you were in a private school?

I do, however, I left the private sector for the public sector because they didn’t have pension at
that time.

If you were not a teacher, what would you have been?

Teaching is my passion, but if I weren’t a teacher, I would have been a nurse. I like taking care of
people.


We are proud of our mum —Opeogun’s children

Were you comfortable with her spending her salary on renovating a classroom?

Adeola: At the initial stage, I wasn’t comfortable with it. I felt unhappy, but after some time, I got
over it. I realised that I couldn’t stop her. She is the type of person that wants her impact to be
felt wherever she is.

Adebisi: I’m proud of what she did, if I had my way, I would do much more for those children.
Most pupils in public schools don’t have the opportunity of learning in a good classroom. She
brought the private school setting into her classroom.

Adefemi: I must say, not everyone can afford to send their children to private schools. All what
my mother did was to give her pupils an opportunity to see what a private school classroom
looks like. I’m proud of what she did; one rarely finds someone who can give out money to help
others.

How do you feel about what your mother did?

Adeola: When she first informed me about her plans, I felt happy and I felt it was necessary. My
mother is someone who likes to help people. She has a soft heart.

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Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by blakky97(m): 7:53pm On Oct 05, 2014
victorazy:
Just for one classrom?
She must have studied in abroad!
I just tire oh! How much is it to build a new class then? If you spend 400k on blocks, you would have built 2 class rooms minus roofing, tiles, fan, and sliding windows
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by bist: 8:29pm On Oct 05, 2014
micath09:
You are such a big fool for your comment. So, this humongous gestures deserve no commendations from your myopic mind.


If ur mum had knwn better, she wudnt hav opened her legs for ur drunk of a dad to pour the semen that begot ur specie of an animal.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by wonyi: 8:31pm On Oct 05, 2014
Wow,
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by mako007(m): 8:35pm On Oct 05, 2014
MissMeiya:


If you read the article, you would know she did much more than "beautify" that classroom.
like? undecided
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by Vikky014(f): 9:00pm On Oct 05, 2014
colossus2:
Nice one tisha.
Happy sunday fellas
hahaha.@pic.its true sometimes.gud woman wt a good heart.
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by richyfunky(m): 9:49pm On Oct 05, 2014
may the almighty reward or effort
Re: Teacher Spends N400,000 To Renovate Classroom For Pupils by Exponental(m): 9:50pm On Oct 05, 2014
govt is building model colleges in bushes n not minding how d present schools look like.

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