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In commemoration of Global Education Week (GEW), BIC has strengthened its commitment to inclusive education in Nigeria with the renovation of three solar-powered classrooms at Sari-Iganmu Inclusive School in Lagos.
Delivered in partnership with the Raising Star Africa Foundation (RSAF), the project was carried out as part of BIC’s Global Education Week (GEW) 2025 activities and is designed to provide safer, more accessible, and technology-enabled learning environments for differently abled children.
The upgraded classrooms feature renewable energy integration, modern learning tools, and essential infrastructure improvements tailored to support inclusive education. The initiative aims to ensure uninterrupted learning, promote self-expression, and create inspiring spaces where children of all abilities can thrive.
Speaking at the ribbon-cutting held recently in Lagos, Anthony Amahwe, General Manager, BIC Nigeria said: “Improving learning conditions for students, especially those in underserved communities, remains central to BIC’s purpose. By transforming these classrooms into solar-powered, inclusive learning spaces, we are enabling children to learn comfortably, safely, and creatively. This project contributes to our ambition to improve learning conditions for 250 million students globally by the end of 2025.”
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Also commenting, Michael Showunmi, Founder of Raising Star Africa Foundation, commended the long-standing partnership with BIC. He noted that the investment would significantly improve access to quality education for children requiring additional learning support and create a more inclusive school ecosystem.
Adding to the renovation, BIC hosted a creative coloring workshop with students, encouraging self-expression. Writing tools and learning materials were also donated, to equip classrooms with the necessary tools to support students’ daily academic activities and encourage confidence-building through writing and self-expression. Guests were taken on a guided tour of the facility before the ribbon-cutting ceremony, which marked the formal handover of the upgraded classrooms to the school community.
As part of the celebration, BIC also rewarded two of the longest-serving teachers at Sari-Iganmu Inclusive School with ₦1,000,000 each in recognition of their years of dedication and service. This gesture reaffirms BIC’s commitment to celebrating and empowering educators who inspire learning and creativity every day.
Expressing immense gratitude for the thoughtful and transformative renovations and donations at the school, Mrs Oladeji Aishat M., Head Teacher of Sari-Iganmu Inclusive School, stated, “An improved and modernized environment enhances learning for every child, and these renovations will greatly motivate and inspire our differently abled learners. Inclusive education is a shared responsibility, and we deeply appreciate BIC and the Raising Star Africa Foundation for bringing this vision to life.”
This year’s project reinforces BIC’s long-term commitment to improving learning conditions for all students across Nigeria. Over the past three years, through partnerships with organisations such as Let It Shine Academy (LISA), Morit International School, and the Igando Inclusive Unit, BIC has renovated classrooms, equipped schools with thousands of writing materials, and trained hundreds of teachers through its educator development program, Canvas of Change.
BIC’s education initiatives form a key pillar of its global sustainable development program, Writing the Future Together, with a focus on education as a key pillar. Global Education Week is celebrated annually across BIC markets, bringing together team members, partners, and community stakeholders to implement projects that help improve learning environments, unleash creativity, and inspire students.
Through sustained partnerships, investment in school infrastructure, and targeted support for both students and educators, BIC continues to contribute towards shaping inclusive, resilient, and future-ready education in Nigeria.
