By our correspondent
Executive governor of Ebonyi state, His Excellecncy, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru has urged the beneficiaries of his administration’s scholarship programme to take their studies seriously while knowing ultimately that their missions lied at home upon completing their academic pursuits.
The governor who stated this in a statement to mark the occasion of the official departure of the various beneficiaries of the Masters and Doctorate scholarship schemes in United Kingdom (UK) and Nigerian Universities said the gesture was a demonstration of his administration’s commitment to human capital development.
The governor said “Yesterday, with great joy and pride, we flagged off our historic initiative, the 2024/2025 Ebonyi State Scholarship programme, marking it with the departure of 204 Ebonyians to the United Kingdom and 541 other Ebonyians in various other Universities in Nigeria for their Masters and Doctorate degree programs.
This celebration is not just an investment in education, but an investment in the future of our State and no infrastructure can be bigger than this. It is an event that demonstrates our commitment to human capital development which occupies centre stage in our Government.
“I urge you, our scholars, to immerse yourselves fully in your studies, embrace the cultures you encounter, and build networks that will be invaluable to your growth. But remember, your ultimate mission lies here at home. Upon completing your studies. For emphasis, we expect you to return to our State and channel your expertise into sectors that need your innovation, creativity, and leadership.
May Your Journey Be successful and rewarding as proud ambassadors of Ebonyi State”.
