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Our Story
From a small network of proprietors in 1999 to a national body spanning six geopolitical zones — here is the movement behind AFED Lagos.
Our History
The Association for Formidable Educational Development (AFED) was founded in 1999 and formally incorporated (RC 14186) as a professional, non-political, non-profit-making body for operators of private Nursery, Primary, Secondary, Tertiary and allied education institutions across Nigeria. It exists to promote, provide, harmonise and guarantee good governance among school owners, built on love, equity and justice for all.
What began as a small network of proprietors has grown into a national movement structured across four tiers — National, State, LGA/LCDA and Zone — currently active across six geopolitical zones and rolling out chapter by chapter in all 36 states. AFED Lagos is proud to be the pioneer, fully operational State Chapter of this national network.
The association's founding constitution was adopted in 2006, revised in 2014, and most recently re-enacted as the 2021 Act — the governing document every chapter, zone and member operates under to this day.
Read the ConstitutionA trusted, respected voice for school proprietors — recognised by government, education stakeholders and civil society as the benchmark for standards among affordable, private education providers in Nigeria and beyond.
Through collaboration and strategic partnership with governments at all levels, education stakeholders, schools and communities — improving access to education and raising standards for every child.
Article 4 of the AFED Constitution
To promote unity, cooperation and a friendly atmosphere among members and member schools.
To promote creativity in the educational system, guiding and motivating member schools to meet set standards.
To solicit funds and educational aid from individuals, government and local/international bodies for the benefit of member schools.
To promote the progress and mutual co-existence of members, contributing positively to the educational wellbeing of society.
To undertake philanthropic activities for orphans and low-income earners, supporting the academic development of indigent children.
To counsel, stimulate and initiate projects that harness the physical, mental, moral and financial resources of members.
What Guides Us — CLIPEC
Dedication and loyalty to the association's purpose and its members.
Raising proprietors and administrators who guide their schools and communities with confidence.
Honesty, discipline and reliability in every dealing, at every tier of the association.
Compassion and drive for quality education, especially for underserved children.
Striving for the highest standard in teaching, administration and governance.
Creative problem-solving that keeps low-fee education sustainable and effective.
The AFED Anthem
Sung at chapter meetings, congresses and the AFED Terminal Examination — a reminder, in every gathering, of why the association exists.
Education development is our goal,
Surely we shall all achieve this one by one;
For this purpose AFED has come to our aid,
We are partners in progress with government.
We are ready to rebuild our country,
We are ready for this great challenge.
Great Afedians, Progress shall we make,
Education in Nigeria must be lifted.
Great Afedians, Progress shall we make,
Education in Nigeria be lifted up.
Article 2 · Organisational Structure
AFED's national headquarters sits in FCT Abuja, with State headquarters at each state capital, and LGA/LCDA and Zonal headquarters at their respective areas of operation.
The ruling body — President, VP, Secretary-General and national officers, headquartered in FCT Abuja.
Led by the State Controller — administers the affairs of Lagos State and reports to the National Executives.
Led by an LGA/LCDA Chairman — coordinates member schools within each council area, reporting to the State.
The grassroots tier — a minimum of five member schools per zone, reporting to the LGA/LCDA Executives.
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Whether you run a nursery, primary or secondary school, AFED Lagos gives you standing, support and a seat at the table.
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