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Aramide Kayode, founder of Talent Mine School, poses for a picture with some of the guests present at the launch of the school. |
The school aims to address the issue of limited access to
quality education for children in Nigeria.
Founded in 2019 by Aramide Kayode, Talent Mine School offers
12 years of top-quality education to underprivileged children who cannot afford
school fees.
The school’s mission is to empower these children by
providing them with access to high-quality education, enabling them to make a
positive impact in their communities.
During the launch on Friday, the Founder announced that
Talent Mine School has already provided 52 children with fully-funded education
since its inception.
The school boasts modern facilities and a team of
experienced educators who provide a safe and supportive learning environment
for children in underserved communities.
Aramide Kayode believes that every child deserves access to
quality education, regardless of their socio-economic background. She stated,
“We believe that education is the foundation for creating a better world, and
we are committed to providing access to education for children in low-income
communities.”
She stressed that Talent Mine School serves as an excellent
example of how individuals can come together to create positive change in their
communities. With its free school project, the organization is changing the narrative
of access to quality education for children in Nigeria.
“As the school continues to grow and expand, its impact on
the lives of children in underserved communities will continue to grow,” she
added.
During his speech, the Zonal Education Officer, Mr Olugbenga
Kikisuhu, represented by Mr. Sodiq Obafemi, emphasized that denying children
their fundamental right to education would hinder the growth and advancement of
any nation. He praised the school’s initiative, which is specifically designed
for children in low-income communities, as an exceptionally commendable project
that has never been witnessed in the area.
Mr. Sodiq commended the founder and her team for selecting
Ota as the location for the project. He expressed his belief that the school’s
presence would serve as another development marker for the community.
“It is heartwarming to see individuals come together to
create something so impactful. The need for such schools cannot be overstated.
Children from low-income communities often lack access to quality education due
to financial constraints.”
“They are often forced to attend schools with poor
infrastructure and inadequate resources, hindering their ability to learn and
grow.”
“The Talent Mine School is different. It provides a safe and
supportive environment for children to learn and thrive. The facilities are
top-notch, and the teachers are highly qualified and dedicated to the success
of their students,” he stressed.
Minister Oluwatosin Olawoyin, who represented Reverend Peter
Ayo Alabi at the event, shared his hopes and expectations for the school in the
coming years and how he believes it will benefit the community at large.
Speaking at the launch, the cleric stated that the new
development would have a positive impact not only on the children but also on
their families and the community as a whole.
“With the support of the community and the blessings of the
religious leaders, Talent Mine School is poised to make a positive impact in
the community and create a brighter future for the children,” he said.
Parents in the community have expressed their gratitude for
the opportunity to provide their children with quality education, citing the
pivotal role Talent Mine Foundation has played in their children’s holistic
development.
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Aramide Kayode, founder of Talent Mine School, poses for a picture with children at the school's launch. |
Mrs. Omolara Hassan, one of the parents, shared her hopes and expectations for the school in the coming years and how she believes it will benefit the community as a whole.
She shared her personal experience, stating that her child
had been out of school for months due to their inability to afford the school
fees. However, with the support of the Talent Mine Foundation, her child now
has access to a 12-year-long education scholarship, and she expressed her
confidence that the school would provide her child with the best education possible.
Hassan also highlighted the potential benefits of the Talent
Mine School to the community, such as reducing the number of out-of-school
children and providing access to quality education.
She, however, urged other members of the community to support
the school’s mission and help build a brighter future for the children and
society as a whole.
“This, in turn, will help reduce the level of poverty in the community and increase the number of educated individuals in the society,” she added.