A nwly appointed Senior Special Assistant to Ogun State Governor, Engr. Jamiu Ogundele, has sponsored the National Examinations Council (NECO) fees for 75 outstanding students across Yewa North/Imeko-Afon Federal Constituency in a move aimed at promoting academic excellence and supporting indigent families.
The beneficiaries were selected from 25 Secondary Schools across the constituency, with the first to third best students from 10 selected Senior Secondary Schools in Yewa North and 15 selected Schools in Imeko-Afon Local Government benefiting from the initiative.
The gesture, which had attracted commendation from residents and community leaders, aligned with the educational and youth empowerment agenda of the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, whose administration had consistently prioritised Educational development across the State.
Speaking on the initiative, Engr. Ogundele described education as a critical instrument for societal advancement and sustainable development, stressing that the sponsorship was designed to reduce the financial burden on parents, while motivating students to strive for academic excellence.
“Education remains one of the strongest foundations for building a better society. This initiative is aimed at encouraging our young people to remain committed to their studies and to assure them that hard work and excellence will always be rewarded,” he said.
He added that the intervention reflected his commitment to supporting the developmental vision of Governor Abiodun at the grassroots level through impactful educational support programmes.
Engr. Ogundele, further urged the beneficiaries to remain focused and make good use of the opportunity provided to them.
“This is not just about paying examination fees; it is about investing in the future of our communities and empowering the next generation to achieve greatness,” he said.
The initiative was widely applauded by parents, community leaders and residents, who described the intervention as timely and impactful amid prevailing economic challenges.
Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, a student from Comprehensive High School, Ayetoro Miss. Ruqoyah Adebiyi and another from Nazareth High School, Imeko, Miss. Suliat Sikiru, expressed appreciation to the donor for the kind gesture, praying for greater accomplishment and elevation for Engr. Ogundele in his Public Service career.