Pupils of LEA Alheri Primary School Study in Flooded Classrooms for Four Years
For the past four years, students at Local Education Authority (LEA) Alheri Primary School in Yangoji, Kwali Area Council, have been learning in flooded classrooms. A windstorm destroyed the school’s roof, and no repairs have been made since.
As a result, 192 children struggle in harsh conditions, especially when it rains. Residents have repeatedly asked for help, but their appeals have been ignored.
This neglect continues despite the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) spending ₦672.5 billion on education over the last four years. In 2023-2024, ₦200 billion was set aside for education, with ₦100 billion specifically for renovating schools.
In 2024 alone, the government committed $1.05 billion (₦472.5 billion) to educational infrastructure—more than the UNESCO-recommended benchmark. Yet, this school remains in ruins, raising concerns about how education funds are managed.
Civic technology group Monitng visited the school and expressed deep concern over the situation.
“From 2023 to now, ₦200 billion has been spent on education, with ₦100 billion for school renovations. In 2024 alone, $1.05 billion (₦472.5 billion) was committed to educational infrastructure. Still, this school is abandoned,” Monitng said.
The group urged FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe to take action.
“We call on Wike and Sen. Kingibe to ensure this school is repaired,” Monitng stated.
Monitng emphasized the need for immediate action.
“The school roof must be fixed, furniture provided, and learning conditions improved. Education is the foundation of a better future these children should not be left behind,” the group said.
They stressed that the 192 pupils deserve better, given the massive education budget.
“All relevant authorities must step in and restore dignity to this school. Every child deserves a safe and functional learning environment!” Monitng concluded.
As the government continues to allocate large sums to education in the FCT, the poor state of this school raises serious concerns about the effectiveness of public spending and the future of education in Nigeria.
