On Children’s Day, Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State and his wife, Nonye, reaffirmed their commitment to providing quality education for every child in the state. Speaking at a march-past event at Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, the governor expressed delight at the enthusiasm shown by students during the celebration.
Soludo highlighted that Anambra has the lowest rate of out-of-school children in Nigeria, currently at 2.6 percent. He noted that this figure was recorded before the introduction of full scholarships for primary and secondary education. ‘With our scholarship program, I believe the number has decreased further. Our goal is to bring it down to zero,’ he stated.
Mrs. Nonye Soludo, in a separate statement, emphasized the potential of Anambra’s children. ‘Our children are not just future leaders; they are the pride of this state. With proper education, mentorship, and opportunities, they can achieve anything,’ she said. She stressed that the administration will continue to prioritize educational initiatives to unlock every child’s full potential.