Tag: EDUCATION

By Obiageli Nwankwo :

The Anambra State Government has announced plans to establish community schools in areas lacking educational facilities to ensure every community has access to both primary and secondary schools.

This development was shared by the State Commissioner for Education, Prof Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, during a meeting with members of the Anambra Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB) and the Post Primary School Service Commission (PPSSC) at the Ministry of Education’s Conference Hall, Awka.

According to Prof Chuma-Udeh, Gov. Chukwuma Soludo’s vision is for all communities in the state to have educational institutions, ensuring that no child is left behind, regardless of location or family income. She emphasized the importance of providing quality education to every child in Anambra State.

The Commissioner also called on communities without community schools to submit a comprehensive survey plan of the proposed land to the Ministry to be signed by the community’president-general and two other prominent indigenes.

She revealed the administration’s willingness to take over schools from communities that wish to hand over ownership to the state. 

Gov. Soludo, she noted, is deeply committed to the educational development of the state, recognizing that education is a powerful equalizer and a fundamental right for every child. 

Prof Chuma-Udeh urged communities to collaborate with the government to take advantage of this opportunity to improve access to education for all children.

*Obiageli is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State

*SPECIAL FOCUS ON THE TRANSFORMATIVE REVOLUTION IN EDUCATION*  

By Christian ABURIME  :

Anambra State, under the leadership of Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, is charting a bold course towards a livable and prosperous future. With a focus on key areas like security, infrastructure, and human capital development, the administration’s efforts are already bearing fruit, especially in the transformative realm of education. 

Governor Soludo’s commitment to quality education is firm. Within 22 months, he has declared education truly free, eliminating hidden fees and levies from early childhood care all the way to junior secondary school. 

Secondary education has become more accessible than ever, with senior secondary fees slashed by 98% to a mere N5,000. 

This move has opened doors for countless students, paving the way for a brighter future. But the journey doesn’t end there. The unfolding education agenda promises a complete overhaul. Technology will be seamlessly integrated into the learning experience, making classrooms more engaging and interactive. 

Dilapidated schools will be transformed into modern learning spaces conducive to fostering knowledge and creativity. 

A renewed focus on professional development of teachers will restore pride and excellence to the teaching profession. 

Outdated content will be replaced with contemporary topics, preparing students for the challenges and opportunities of the digital age. The goal is to produce graduates who are not just problem solvers, but innovative thinkers and global citizens. 

To ensure this vision becomes a reality, a robust monitoring and evaluation system will be implemented. Performance data will be readily available, fostering healthy competition and improvement. 

Parents and students will have a voice through toll-free hotlines to report concerns and contribute to positive change. 

Through Public-Community-Private Partnership (PCPP), communities will be empowered to actively participate in school management through “Clubs of Patrons”, fostering a sense of ownership and accountability. 

Finally, recognizing the crucial role teachers play, the administration plans to introduce a competitive remuneration structure, making teaching a truly attractive and rewarding career choice. 

Professor Soludo’s education revolution is not just about numbers and policies; it is about unlocking the potential of every child in Anambra State. 

By investing in quality education, the administration is building a brighter future for the state, one young mind at a time.