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From Jude Chinedu, Enugu
The Chairman of Enugu East Local Government of Enugu State, Beloved-Dan Anike, has announced his administration’s decision to sponsor the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC), the National Examination Council (NECO), and the National Board for Technical Education (NABTEB) fees for all Senior Secondary School 3 (SS3) students in public schools within the council area.
The announcement, made during a meeting with public school principals at the council headquarters in Nkwo Nike, will benefit over 2,400 students in the upcoming academic session starting January 2025.
Beloved-Dan also revealed plans to cover Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exam fees and fund extra lessons for the students to ensure adequate preparation for their examinations.
He said the initiative aligned with the human capital development agenda of his administration and the vision of the Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, which prioritises education as a tool for raising globally competitive youth.
“Education is pivotal to eradicating poverty and equipping individuals with the requisite skills for better decision-making and economic empowerment. Beyond certification, we aim to prepare our youth to acquire the skills to transform their lives and contribute to the state’s economic growth,” he said.
The council chairman also highlighted his administration’s Better Tomorrow Scholarship Scheme, which recently identified 50 exceptional students to be enrolled in highly rated schools for enhanced exposure and learning.
He clarified that the intervention covers all SS3 students in public schools residing within the council area, irrespective of their origin. He added that the programme aims to alleviate the financial burden on rural, urban, and semi-urban families while addressing social inequality.
Commending Governor Peter Mbah’s strides in education, Beloved-Dan noted the ongoing establishment of smart green schools in the state’s 260 wards as a transformative measure to restore confidence in public schools and reduce reliance on private institutions.
