..Pledges Tuition Support For Admitted Ikono Students

Posted by Ubong ASSAM Jnr., Lagos

The commitment to grassroots development in line with Pastor Umo Eno's ARISE Agenda has continued to gain traction, with some of his appointees taking bold steps to complement his vision. One of such is Mr. Ezekiel Michael Akpan, Ward Personal Assistant to the Governor Umo Eno for Nkwot 2 Ward 8, Ikono Local Government Area, who has taken up the responsibility of sponsoring and organizing free JAMB and SSCE preparatory classes for students in his community.

The initiative, which aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills required for their examinations, also includes the sponsorship of JAMB forms and biometric registration for eligible candidates.

Speaking with our reporter, Akpan stated that the gesture was in line with his Boss' educational development drive, emphasizing that no child should be denied an opportunity to further their education due to financial constraints.

"I am giving out free JAMB forms to students to ensure that money does not become a barrier to their dreams. The Governor cannot do everything alone; that is why he appointed us as aides. I am keying into the ARISE Agenda by supporting education in my ward," he said.

To ensure the effectiveness of the programme, the Nkwot Ikono 2, Ward 8 P.A disclosed that seasoned tutors have been engaged to handle core subjects, including English, Mathematics, Literature, Government, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Christian Religious Studies (CRS), and Economics, with classes running for 18 hours weekly.

He further noted that the initiative also exposes students to Computer-Based Test (CBT) training, preparing them adequately for the realities of modern-day examinations.

His words: "The classes will run for this month and next month. Our goal is to train and expose them to the rigorous nature of JAMB and SSCE while also sponsoring their biometric capturing. Beyond that, I intend to assist those who gain admission with tuition support," he added.

The classes, which are currently ongoing at Community Secondary School, Nkwot Ikot Obok Idem, Ward 8, Ikono LGA, have been well received by students and parents, who have commended the initiative as a timely intervention in supporting education at the grassroots.