Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has approved the disbursement of N280.3 million in scholarships for 13,946 underprivileged students across all educational levels in the FCT.
This was announced by Dr. Danlami Hayyo, Mandate Secretary of the Education Secretariat for the FCT Administration, in Gwagwalada on Thursday, at the event marking the rapid rehabilitation of 19 public schools across the Federal Capital Territory.
The ceremony was held at the School of the Gifted in Gwagwalada Area Council, within the Federal Capital Territory.
According to Hayyo, the financial allocation was set aside for indigent students, both new enrollees and current beneficiaries, at various educational levels and in different schools.
He stated this was to guarantee that “no child is left behind. He added that besides scholarships and public schools’ rehabilitation, the minister had equally resuscitated the school sports festival, abandoned 25 years back.
“This is a testament to the minister’s dedication to providing an environment that is conducive to learning; one that nurtures the dreams and aspirations of young ones.
It is about laying a foundation for a brighter future for our children.
We are reaffirming our commitment to ensuring that every child in the FCT has access to quality education; to a safe and stimulating learning environment, where they can grow, thrive and transform into the leaders of tomorrow.
“therefore, let us reflect on the importance of our mission; lets be inspired by potential impact of collective efforts.
“Let us look forward to the successful completion of the project as we continue to work hand in hand towards a brighter and more prosperous future for the federal capital territory,” he said.
