By Nkiru Anakor
The Provost of Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe (NOCEN), Prof. Victor I. O. Ndirika, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transforming the college’s Demonstration Primary and Secondary Schools into modern educational institutions with high standards.
Prof. Ndirika gave the assurance on October 8, during visits to the two schools in Nsugbe, where he emphasised the importance of quality education supported by modern infrastructure, technology and improved teaching and learning facilities.
The provost began his visit at the Demonstration Primary School, where the Headmistress, Mrs. Ogechukwu Ekwegbalu, and members of staff received him. The pupils added colour to the occasion by presenting flowers in welcome.
He later visited the Demonstration Secondary School, where the Principal, Dr. Nwagbata Amaka Rose, received him and outlined the school’s development aspirations.
Speaking during the visits, Prof. Ndirika stressed the importance of laying a solid educational foundation for children, noting that quality basic education was essential to their academic growth and future development.
He advocated the transformation of the Demonstration Schools into model institutions through the provision of modern classrooms, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) facilities and improved learning resources to enhance teaching effectiveness and students’ academic performance.
The provost also disclosed that hostel accommodation could be considered as part of the broader modernisation plan, noting that existing facilities could provide a foundation for further development.
He urged the school management and staff to remain committed to their responsibilities, stressing that dedication, effective management and continuous improvement would be crucial to achieving the desired transformation.
Those present during the visits included the Vice Chairman of the Demonstration Schools Board, Dr. Henry Nnajiofor; the Chairman of the Parents-Teachers Association (PTA), Engr. Sir Edwin Nzekwe; and other stakeholders.
Nkiru Anakor is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
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