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Educationist Calls for Hybrid Learning in Secondary Schools
Education expert has urged secondary schools to adopt hybrid learning, a system that combines traditional classroom teaching with online instruction, to improve learning outcomes and prepare students for the digital age.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking at an education forum on Friday, the expert stressed that the current model of teaching in many schools is outdated and does not fully equip students with the skills needed in today’s world. He said hybrid learning could bridge the gap between conventional methods and modern technology.
Hybrid learning allows students to learn in classrooms while also using digital tools, such as virtual lessons, e-libraries, and interactive platforms. The approach, according to the expert, can expand access to knowledge, reduce learning barriers, and make education more flexible.
“The future of education is not only in the classroom. It is also online,” he said. “By embracing hybrid learning, we can ensure students develop critical thinking, creativity, and digital literacy, which are essential in the 21st century.”
The call comes as schools across the country continue to face challenges of overcrowded classrooms, limited resources, and uneven access to quality teachers. Many education stakeholders believe technology can help address these gaps if used effectively.
Parents and teachers have shown mixed reactions to the proposal. Some welcome the idea, saying hybrid learning can make lessons more engaging and expose students to a wider range of materials. Others worry about issues such as poor internet connectivity, lack of digital devices, and the risk of widening inequality between students in urban and rural areas.
Despite these concerns, the expert emphasized that hybrid learning does not mean replacing teachers or reducing classroom interaction. Instead, it is meant to support teachers with technology and give students more opportunities to learn at their own pace.
He noted that the COVID-19 pandemic proved the importance of digital tools in education. During school closures, many students depended on online classes and digital platforms to continue learning. However, he said, the experience also showed that many schools were unprepared for large-scale online learning.
“COVID-19 was a wake-up call. We saw the strengths and weaknesses of our education system. Hybrid learning is the way forward because it combines the best of both worlds,” he added.
Education analysts agree that the government must play a key role in making hybrid learning possible. Investment in infrastructure such as internet access, electricity, and affordable digital devices will be critical. Training teachers to use technology effectively will also be necessary.
Some schools in private and urban areas have already started experimenting with hybrid learning models. These include the use of smart boards, online assignments, and blended lessons where students spend part of the week in classrooms and part of it learning online.
Experts believe such initiatives can inspire public schools, but stress that scaling up will require strong policy support. They also warn that without careful planning, hybrid learning could deepen the digital divide.
“Technology is not a magic solution,” said an education consultant. “We must ensure every child, whether in a rural village or a city center, has equal opportunity to benefit. Otherwise, hybrid learning will leave some children behind.”
The expert who championed the proposal concluded by urging collaboration among government, private sector, and civil society to ensure success. He said hybrid learning can transform education in the country if stakeholders act together.
“Education is the foundation of our future. If we do not adapt to the changes of the modern world, our students will fall behind. But if we embrace hybrid learning, we can give them the tools to compete globally,” he said.
As the debate continues, many stakeholders agree that the next steps must include pilot projects, teacher training, and policies to expand access to digital resources. For parents and students, the promise of hybrid learning remains both exciting and uncertain.
At the heart of the discussion is one key question: how can schools balance tradition and technology to create a stronger, more inclusive education system for the next generation?
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has strongly opposed reported moves by the state government to revisit the alleged Offa robbery case involving former Governor Abubakar Bukola Saraki and others.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that the party made its position known during an emergency press conference in Ilorin on Friday, describing the development as politically motivated and unjust.
PDP spokesman, Comrade Olushola Adewara, said the alleged plan to reopen the case amounts to an attempt to politicise a matter that has already been concluded by the courts.
He alleged that the move was targeted at dragging Saraki into a case in which, according to him, legal authorities had previously found no evidence linking him to the incident.
Adewara referenced earlier legal opinions from the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation, which reportedly stated that Saraki was not connected to the robbery case.
The party insisted that suspects in the case had already been prosecuted and convicted, with judgments upheld at appellate levels, while the matter is currently before the Supreme Court.
PDP urged Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq to focus on governance rather than what it described as attempts to revive old political narratives.
It also called on security agencies to monitor the situation closely, warning that such actions could heighten political tension in the state.
The party further appealed to residents, especially families of victims in Offa, not to allow their pain to be used for political purposes.
Senator representing Oyo South, Sharafadeen Alli, has declared his intention to contest the Oyo State governorship election ahead of the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that Alli, who serves under the All Progressives Congress (APC), made the declaration on Friday during a formal event held at the Police Field in Yemetu, Ibadan North Local Government Area.
The APC chieftain and Ekaarun Balogun of Ibadanland said he will be running on the platform of his party.
The event attracted thousands of APC leaders, stakeholders, and members, including top political figures such as Senator Yunus Akintunde, House of Representatives members Akin Alabi, Aderemi Oseni, Akeem Adeyemi, Olafisoye Akinmoyede, Tajudeen Abisodun, and Senator Hamzat Adeseun.
Also in attendance were former Deputy Governor Iyiola Oladokun, Asiwaju Yemi Aderibigbe, and Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle, among others.
Alli said his decision followed wide consultations with stakeholders and was driven by his desire to advance the development of Oyo State.
He noted his past political experience, including serving as Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government and Secretary to the Oyo State Government under Senator Rasidi Ladoja, as well as his current role in the Senate, where he said he has consistently advocated for his constituents.
According to him, his ambition is focused on delivering better governance and moving the state forward.
A PDP chieftain and convener of The Alternative, Otunba Segun Showunmi, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 Ogun State governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that Showunmi made the announcement during a courtesy visit to the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) secretariat in Abeokuta on Friday.
He called for a broad political coalition involving opposition parties and grassroots groups to challenge what he described as the failures of dominant political forces in the state.
Showunmi argued that political parties may choose or endorse candidates, but insisted such arrangements must not deny voters a genuine electoral choice.
He said: “I will be running for governor in the 2027 governorship election. I have come to plead with you to set up a small committee… to determine how we can collaborate to make this happen.”
He also questioned whether Ogun State would experience a “coronation” or a competitive election process, urging stakeholders to allow open political contest.
The PDP chieftain noted that Ogun West’s long-standing exclusion from producing a governor is a legitimate grievance, but stressed that aspirations must still be tested through competition.
He advocated issue-based campaigns ahead of 2027, rejecting “money politics” and challenging aspirants to public debates on governance.
Showunmi maintained that he has no history of violence or political thuggery, insisting the election should be centred on ideas and development plans for the state.
In response, IPAC leadership and other political actors at the event called for collaboration and careful selection of leaders ahead of the 2027 elections.
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