As the pressure of final examinations looms over secondary school students across Nigeria, a new initiative is offering not just academic support, but renewed hope for hundreds of young learners in Ikenne, Sagamu, and Remo North Federal Constituency.
In a move that has been widely welcomed by parents, educators, and students alike, Adesola Ayoola Elegbeji has launched a free intensive holiday coaching programme targeted at SS3 students preparing for their WAEC and final examinations. Scheduled to run from April 13 to April 23, 2026, the programme is already being described as a timely intervention in a community where access to quality academic support is often limited by financial constraints.
Each day from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., classrooms at Sagamu High School, Methodist Comprehensive College, and Muslim High School in Sagamu will come alive with focused revision sessions, guided by experienced tutors. But beyond the textbooks and past questions lies something deeper—a chance for students to believe in their potential.
For many families in the constituency, extra coaching classes are a luxury they simply cannot afford. Parents often worry about how to give their children the competitive edge needed to succeed in high-stakes examinations. This programme, however, removes that burden, offering equal opportunity to students regardless of their background.
“I’ve been worried about WAEC because I couldn’t attend extra lessons like some of my friends,” said one SS3 student who has already registered. “Now I feel more confident knowing I’ll get help from good teachers.”
The coaching sessions are designed to be intensive and exam-focused, helping students sharpen their understanding of key subjects while practicing with past examination questions. Organizers say this approach is aimed not only at improving performance but also at reducing exam anxiety among participants.
In a further boost to motivation, the programme will also provide academic grants to top-performing students—an incentive that has sparked excitement among participants and added a healthy sense of competition.
Education stakeholders in the area have praised the initiative as both impactful and forward-thinking. By focusing on students at a critical stage in their academic journey, the programme addresses a gap that has long affected public school learners.
“This is more than just a coaching programme,” a local teacher noted. “It’s an investment in the future of these children and the community at large.”
Described as a pilot phase with limited slots, the programme has already seen a surge in registrations, underscoring the urgent need for such interventions. Organizers have encouraged interested students to secure their spots early through the official registration portal.
For Adesola Ayoola Elegbeji, the initiative reflects a broader commitment to youth empowerment and educational development. At its core, it is about leveling the playing field—ensuring that every student, regardless of circumstance, has a fair shot at success.
As the countdown to WAEC continues, this programme may well prove to be the turning point for many students—transforming anxiety into confidence, and dreams into achievable goals.
