Fisayo Akinduro, Osogbo

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As Primary and Secondary Schools resume fully in Osun State, authorities of both public and private schools observed the COVID-19 precautionary measures as directed by the government.
The Hope gathered that the students who were excited to be back to their classrooms got to their various schools before 7am on Monday with their face masks and hand sanitizers in Osogbo.
In Osogbo Grammar School, infrared thermometer was used to check pupils’ temperature before they were allowed into the school.
It was learnt that some private schools in Osogbo collected N500 from parents before allowing their children enter the school premises, while others were sent back due to backlog of debts.
According to a parent, who did not want her name in print, said the money is for the procurement of hand sanitizers for pupils.
Also, at Ilesa, students resumed early while some were seen loitering, the streets in their uniforms around 10am.
The Hope also gathered that students in Osogbo were unable to observe social distancing after closing hours as they were seen trooping out to the streets in large numbers.
Speaking, Special Adviser to Osun State Governor on Education, Jamiu Olawumi, expressed satisfaction with the turnout of pupils, adding that the state recorded 95 percent compliance with COVID-19 protocol.
“Our students and parents responded positively to the reopening. We recorded close to 95 percent compliance and I like to commend parents for supporting their children with nose masks.
“I have visited about 11 schools in three local government areas in the state. What we have recorded today is fantastic and our students were enthusiastic to learn; in fact, most of the schools I checked, except one, have started teaching and learning.”
Also, Principal, Anglican Central Government Middle School, Ilare, Ile-Ife, Mr Rufus Ojedokun, commended the state government for the re-opening of schools.
He described as impressive the turn out of students and teachers in school, adding that over 90 per cent were in attendance.
Ojedokun said that all the students came with their nosee mask and sanitizers from home, while the school already put all materials in place for the schools as well.
He admonished parents to support their children academically by providing necessary materials for them and ensure they are punctual in schools.