Education, to Hon. Bolanle Aminat Sarumi (BASA), is not just the key to personal success — it is the foundation upon which nations rise. She believes that when a society invests in education, it invests in enlightenment, empowerment, and long-term progress.
Beyond advocacy, BASA is also an Academy Director, a role that further reflects her hands-on commitment to shaping minds, standards, and values within the education sector. She understands education both as a policy priority and as a practical responsibility.
Throughout her public life, BASA has been a passionate advocate for education and mentorship. Her conviction stems from her own experience — she understands the power of knowledge and how access to learning can transform not just individuals, but entire communities.
Through the BASA Foundation and her personal interventions, she has consistently prioritised educational support for children and youths across Oyo State. Notably, BASA sponsors children’s education from primary school through secondary level and all the way to the university, ensuring continuity and stability for beneficiaries who might otherwise drop out due to financial hardship. Her scholarship support and provision of learning materials have brought relief and renewed hope to many families who once thought quality education was beyond their reach.
BASA’s vision for education goes beyond classrooms and certificates. She believes learning must be functional — it should equip young people with the skills and mindset to solve real problems and contribute meaningfully to society. This is why her mentorship initiatives focus on capacity building, leadership training, and career guidance for secondary and tertiary students.
She often reminds the younger generation that “education without purpose is like a journey without direction.” Through seminars, workshops, and one-on-one mentorship, BASA continues to shape young minds to think critically, act responsibly, and dream courageously.
Her advocacy also extends to teachers — whom she describes as “nation builders who deserve both respect and resources.” She consistently lends her voice to conversations around teacher welfare, quality learning environments, and curriculum reforms that reflect modern realities.
BASA’s commitment to education is matched by her belief in mentorship. She sees mentorship as a bridge — one that connects the wisdom of experience with the energy of youth. Her personal engagement with students and young professionals reflects her desire to see a generation of leaders who are not only educated, but also ethical and empathetic.
For BASA, the classroom is not confined to a school building; it is wherever a mind is willing to learn. And teaching is not limited to teachers — every leader must also be a mentor.
Indeed, Hon. Bolanle Aminat Sarumi’s legacy in education and mentorship continues to inspire countless young people to learn, lead, and lift others. Her life remains a reminder that the best investment any leader can make is in human capacity — because when people grow, society flourishes.
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