The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has commissioned a multi-million-naira education and sanitation project at Oke Owa United Anglican Primary School, Ikoto, Ogun State, as part of efforts to improve the learning environment and access to basic amenities for pupils.

The project, undertaken through the Church’s Humanitarian Services, was commissioned on Monday, September 21, 2026, by Elder Christian Chibundu, a member of the Africa West Area Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, alongside the Baale Ikoto, High Chief Abiodun Adekunle Odunsi.
The intervention included the renovation of blocks of classrooms, construction of 10 units of modern toilets and installation of a solar-powered borehole to provide access to clean water.

The Church also provided classroom tables and chairs for both pupils and teachers.
Speaking at the commissioning, Elder Chibundu said the intervention was driven by the Church’s commitment to giving back to society and putting into practice the teachings of Jesus Christ on love, service and helping those in need.
He said the Church believes that giving and service to humanity are Christlike attributes, urging individuals and organisations to cultivate the habit of helping others without seeking recognition.

According to him, the funds for the project came from contributions made by individual members of the Church across the world.
He said: “The Church, through its Humanitarian Services, undertook this project as part of its commitment to giving back to society and following the teachings of Jesus Christ to help neighbours, uplift the downtrodden and assist those in need.”

Elder Chibundu explained that the renovation of the classrooms was informed by the importance of education to the future of the children, while the provision of the solar-powered borehole was aimed at improving access to clean water.
He added that the construction of the 10 modern toilets was intended to promote hygiene within the school environment, while the provision of furniture would help create a more conducive learning environment for pupils and teachers.

He urged the school authorities and members of the community to ensure proper maintenance of the facilities and protect them from vandalism.
The Church leader also charged the teachers to go beyond academic instruction by teaching the pupils values and principles that would help them become responsible members of society.

Earlier, the Head Teacher of the school, Mrs. Agatha Chibuzor Nwankwo, described the commissioning as a significant milestone in the history of the institution.
She expressed appreciation to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Baale Ikoto, High Chief Abiodun Adekunle Odunsi, representatives of the Anglican Church and other dignitaries who attended the event.

“Today marks a significant milestone in the history of our school, as we commission our renovated school facilities; ten newly constructed toilets, solar-powered boreholes and classroom furniture,” she said.
Mrs. Nwankwo Chibuzor, on behalf of the school management and teachers, thanked the Church for its generosity and act of service, noting that the intervention would contribute to improving conditions for teaching and learning.

She urged the teachers to continue giving their best while appealing to parents and members of the community to protect and maintain the facilities.
Also speaking, the Baale Ikoto, High Chief Abiodun Adekunle Odunsi, expressed appreciation to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for financing the project.
The traditional ruler, who spoke on behalf of the Ikoto community, pupils, parents and other well-wishers, commended the Church for the intervention and its contribution to the development of the school.

He also acknowledged the efforts of the Head Teacher, Mrs. Agatha Chibuzor Nwankwo, towards making the project and commissioning possible.
“In appreciation of her great and unquantifiable effort, the Ikoto Community Executive has approved to honour her with a chieftaincy title of ‘Yeye Gbeko-Niyi,’ and is hereby today declared,” the Baale Ikoto concluded.

Among those who commended the intervention were Alhaji Saka Giwa, Education Secretary, Odogbolu Local Government, Ogun State; and Comrade Titilope Adenanjo, Vice President, Nigerian Union of Teachers, Abuja, alongside other stakeholders.
The commissioning was attended by representatives of the Anglican Church and members of the Ikoto community, who joined the school management and pupils to mark the completion of the intervention.

Elder Chibundu reiterated that the project was not undertaken for recognition but as an expression of the Church’s belief in loving and serving one’s neighbours.
He urged the community to take ownership of the facilities by ensuring their proper use and maintenance, stressing that the sustainability of the intervention depended on collective responsibility.