Lagos agency moves to strengthen non-formal education through staff training
By Osho Olatomiwa
The Lagos State Agency for Mass Education has trained its staff in strategic planning, teamwork and decision-making as part of efforts to improve non-formal education delivery across the state.
The one-day capacity development programme, held on October 13, 2026, in collaboration with the Public Service Staff Development Centre (PSSDC), Magodo, was themed “From Strategy to Results: Empowering Communities through Non-Formal Education.”
The Agency’s Director and Head, Mrs Oluwakemi Kalesanwo, emphasised the importance of continuous staff development in enhancing service delivery and positioning the institution to achieve its objectives in the coming year.
Delivering the keynote address, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Tertiary Education, Mr Adeniran Kasali, highlighted the need for digital competence, continuous capacity building and innovative approaches to strengthen the non-formal education sector.
Participants engaged in sessions focused on translating strategic plans into measurable outcomes, promoting teamwork and collaboration, and strengthening strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
The Agency said the initiative underscored its commitment to building staff capacity, improving institutional performance and expanding the reach and impact of non-formal education in communities across Lagos State.
