18/04/2026
PRESS RELEASE
LASCON Holds Strategic Retreat for Senior and Management Staff, Charts New Direction for Growth and Workforce Efficiency
The Lagos State College of Nursing has successfully concluded its three-day Strategic Retreat for Senior and Management Staff, held at the Royal Orchid Hotel. The retreat brought together the College’s leadership and key personnel to review institutional priorities and develop forward looking strategies aimed at enhancing performance, strengthening workforce capacity, and improving organisational effectiveness.
Declaring the retreat open, the Honourable Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Mr Tolani Sule who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Mr Adeniran Kasali, described the initiative as a critical step toward positioning the College to meet the evolving demands of both the education and healthcare sectors.
He emphasised the importance of adaptability and continuous development in today’s dynamic world, noting that “the biggest room in the world is the room for continuous improvement. In the 21st century, there are demands that must be met and requirements that must be imbibed by the workforce in order to remain relevant.”
Mr. Kasali further highlighted the unique nature of the retreat as an interactive platform designed to foster collaboration, strengthen professional bonds, and encourage open dialogue. He explained that the engagement would culminate in the development of Strategic Institutional Objectives (SIOs) and practical frameworks to address operational challenges. According to him, “what we develop here will become templates for our operations when we return to the College.”
He also commended the leadership of the Provost for enhancing institutional management and strengthening stakeholder relationships, while acknowledging the continued support of the Lagos State Government, particularly Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, in advancing tertiary education in the state.
Also speaking at the event, the representative of the Chairman Governing Council, Mrs. Kemi Salau, described the retreat as both timely and essential. She noted that the theme serves as a call to action, urging participants to reflect deeply and embrace change as a pathway to growth and innovation.
She added that "change stretches us, shapes our routines, and sometimes makes us uncomfortable, but it remains the pathway to growth and innovation,” while encouraging participants to engage actively and contribute meaningfully to discussions.
In her welcome address, the Provost of the Lagos State College of Nursing Dr. Ayodeji Ogunmuyiwa, described the retreat as a platform for renewed focus, collaboration, and institutional alignment.
She stated that the retreat represents more than a scheduled engagement. It is an opportunity for all participants to strengthen teamwork and take deliberate steps towards building a productive and balanced work culture.
She also expressed confidence that the outcomes would further position the College as a leading institution known for academic excellence and a supportive work environment.
The retreat concluded with a renewed commitment by participants to implement the strategies and initiatives developed during the sessions, with a strong focus on enhancing institutional efficiency and workforce effectiveness.
As part of its broader commitment to inclusive capacity development, the College had earlier organised a one-day strategic retreat for junior staff on Grade Levels 1 to 8 on April 10, 2026. Together, both engagements underscore LASCON’s dedication to building a cohesive, resilient, and forward looking workforce.
