The Lagos State Government has issued a new directive mandating Principals and Vice Principals of public secondary schools to engage in classroom teaching for a minimum of six and eight periods weekly, respectively.
This was disclosed by the Honourable Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, during the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing held in Lagos.
According to Alli-Balogun, the move is part of ongoing efforts to entrench accountability and leadership by example within the state’s education system.
“It is now compulsory for all Principals and Vice Principals to actively teach. This must be clearly reflected in the school timetable,” the Commissioner said.
He also appealed to school administrators to adopt a renewed mindset towards leadership, discipline, and a hands-on approach in the management of their schools.
In the same vein, the Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA) has been charged to strengthen its monitoring and evaluation functions. The agency is expected to submit “uncoloured” reports on cases of truancy, absenteeism, sexual molestation, negligence of duty, and other misconducts involving teaching staff.
Alli-Balogun emphasized that the state government would not tolerate any lapses in its drive for quality education and effective service delivery.
“This administration remains committed to building a disciplined, accountable, and high-performing education sector,” he added.
The directive is part of the broader A Greater Lagos Rising initiative, which focuses on improving public service across the state.
