EBONYI STATE GOVERNMENT SENDS 204 EBONYIANS TO UK ON SCHOLARSHIP

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EBONYI STATE GOVERNMENT SENDS 204 EBONYIANS TO UK ON SCHOLARSHIP

Ebonyi State government has disclosed that it had sent 204 indigenes of the state on scholarship to the United Kingdom while 541:others are.equally on scholarship in various universities in the country.

In a tweet, Ebomyi State Governor Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru wrote: “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”.

About Dons Eze

DONS EZE, PhD, Political Philosopher and Journalist of over four decades standing, worked in several newspaper houses across the country, and rose to the positions of Editor and General Manager. A UNESCO Fellow in Journalism, Dr. Dons Eze, a prolific writer and author of many books, attended several courses on Journalism and Communication in both Nigeria and overseas, including a Postgraduate Course on Journalism at Warsaw, Poland; Strategic Communication and Practical Communication Approach at RIPA International, London, the United Kingdom, among others.

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