The outstanding turn around in basic education in Lagos State have been lauded by a print media, The Gazelle News. This reputable print media recently organized Gazelle Anniversary Lecture Award where outstanding personality that have contributed immensely to the development of mankind are recognized and awarded ; the award has 14 categories with 32 awardees. In reducing out of school children and bringing on board different initiatives to improve the quality of basic education in the state, Hon. Wahab Alawiye – King was awarded with Good governance award for Public Service. Hon. Wahab Alawiye – King took over the head of leadership at Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) on Wednesday 11th September 2019 and through his leadership, Basic Education in the state has significantly improved in terms of quality and quantity. One significant innovation introduced by LASUBEB was the introduction of EKO EXCELL where teachers were trained with the use of technolog