Ebonyi: Gov Nwifuru Sends 204 Indigenes on Foreign Studies, Says Education is the Fulcrum of Development
Ebonyi: Gov Nwifuru Sends 204 Indigenes on Overseas Studies, Says Education is the Fulcrum of Development
Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has reiterated his determination to invest hugely in the education sector as the fulcrum of development.
Governor Nwifuru made this known during airlifting of 204 students who under Ebonyi Foreign Scholarship to their various countries of choice.
While stating that some of the postgraduate students were enlisted to do their Masters, while others were shortlisted for Doctorate Degrees, the Governor noted that he has made education the centrepiece of his administration.
Addressing the beneficiaries shortly before their departure at Wilberforce Chuba Okadigb Airport Ezza, Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru laid bare his intentions to leave trails of literacy before the end of his administration stressing that the investment will impact beyond the landscape of the state but the country and the whole world.
“You, our scholars, represent the best and brightest minds, chosen for your brilliance, dedication, and potential to lead, he added.
“This opportunity is a testament to your hard work and to our unwavering commitment to fostering excellence among our youth.
“As you embark on this transformative journey to world-class institutions abroad, let me remind you of the immense responsibility that comes with this privilege. You are not just students; you are Ambassadors of our state”.
The Governor reminded the students of the need to take their studies seriously and to return to the state upon completion of their programmes to make meaningful contributions to the State.
The Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Professor Amari Omaka earlier explained that a total of 1000 benefitted from the first phase of the scholarship scheme.
Giving the breakdown of the scholars, Professor Omaka said 541 Scholars are already studying for various cadres of degrees in the while the remaining students are departing for United Kingdom and selected universities in Africa.
Speakers, at the event including the APC state party chairman, Stanley Okoro Emegha, Professor Chigozie Ogbu, and other stakeholders applauded the governor’s huge investment in human capital development.
