By Adetayo Omotoyosi Adeolu
The Lagos State Government has reacted to an alleged viral video of some students presumed to be from Excel College, Ejigbo, smoking and consuming alcohol within the school’s dormitory.
The Lagos Voice reports that the video recently went viral online sparking reactions from social media users and stakeholders in the education sector.
The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, in a statement released on the state’s official X (formerly Twitter) page, frowned at such acts, saying “it goes against the core values and behavioural standards expected within the educational system of Lagos State.”
“We wish to inform the public that the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MBSE), via the relevant agency, Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA), is fully aware of the content of the video and has commenced a thorough investigation into the matter. Our Monitoring and Investigation team has been dispatched to verify the authenticity of the video, confirm the identities of those involved, and determine the level of institutional oversight.”
He also promised that the government is already liaising with the school authorities to gather all the facts, and any school found culpable will be dealt with in accordance with Lagos State’s education policies and regulations.
The Commissioner added, “The safety, well-being, and moral values of all students remain paramount to the Lagos State Government. We are committed to ensuring that all learning environments are safe, disciplined, and conducive to the academic and moral growth of every learner.
