The Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Oto/Ijanikin, joined the global community on Monday, October 6, 2025, to celebrate this year’s World Teachers’ Day at the University’s Senate Hall.
With the theme, “Recasting Teaching as a Collaborative Profession,” the event emphasized teamwork, innovation, and shared responsibility as vital tools for transforming Nigeria’s education sector.
In her keynote address, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Bidemi Bilkis Lafiaji-Okuneye, described the theme as a “powerful call to action” rather than just a slogan.
" Recasting teaching as a Collaborative Profession is a reflection of the evolving demands on educators and a recognition of the synergy required to elevate education to its rightful place" she said
“At LASUED, we are steadfast in our mission to produce competent, professional, and ethically sound teachers who will drive the educational revolution our nation needs. Let us commit to building bridges of collaboration among teachers, schools, communities, and policymakers.”
She also encouraged Nigerians to honour teachers’ contributions beyond the day’s celebration, noting that their work is foundational to national growth and progress.
The Guest Speaker, Professor Adewale Gbenga Jeremiah of the University of Ibadan’s Institute of Education, echoed the call for unity among educators. He explained that collaboration enhances creativity, innovation, and job satisfaction, helping teachers better address students’ diverse learning needs.
The event drew a large audience, including university officials, lecturers, teachers, head teachers, and students from several Lagos schools such as Oto-Awori Senior Grammar School, Araromi Ilogbo Senior Secondary School, LASUED Primary and Secondary Schools, Ilogbo Elegba Senior Grammar School, Ajangbadi Senior Secondary School, and Government Senior Secondary School, Ijanikin.
Other dignitaries present included the Deputy Vice-Chancellors, Prof. M.A. Daodu and Prof. M.A. Shittu; the Registrar, Mr. Akinfemiwa Opeoluwa; the Bursar, Mr. Ganiu Ajose Adeniyi; the University Librarian, Prof. Imam Abayomi; and the Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. R.A. Dawodu, alongside other Deans, Directors, and Heads of Departments.