Group photograph 0f dignitaries at the formal commissioning and handing over of learning materials to China-Assisted Model Primary School Nyanya
China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) with support of Chinese Embassy in Nigeria, renovated and donated learning materials to China-Assisted Model Primary School Nyanya to promote and strengthen education in Nigeria.
The distribution was done at the inauguration of the upgraded primary school in Abuja on Thursday.
Mr Zhou Hao, Managing Director, CRBC Nigeria, handed over the facilities and materials to the school, said that there is need for a better learning environment for teachers and students as education was important.
He added that among all the different peoples of different continents, there was a common ground that transcends ethnicity and nationality of children, who fill the world with hope and brightness.
“Children represent the future’s expectations and aspirations, and they rightfully deserve a better life.
“We believe that improving children’s educational conditions and environments is a shared goal among people from all sectors both China and Nigeria.
“Thus, as a Chinese company operating in Nigeria, we are very eager and honored to contribute our part to the educational efforts in Nigeria,” he said.
Zhou noted looking at the developmental needs of the Nigerian government and people; CRBC was committed to serving the socio-economic development and improved the livelihood of Nigerians.
“With nearly ten projects being implemented in Nigeria, covering areas such as roads, railways, flood control, terminals, and chemical industries,
“We will fully utilise our own resources to continuously promote the development of infrastructure and boost economic in Nigeria through our actions,” Zhou said.
Mr Zhang Yi, Chargé d’affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria said that CRBC among others are actively fulfilling their social responsibilities by giving back to the local people.
Zhang said the company does this while carrying out production and operation activities in Nigeria.
“After learning about the aging of some of the school’s office desks and chairs, classroom, blackboards and bathroom facilities, CRBC took the initiative to ask the Chinese Embassy for instructions.
“They expressed their willingness to undertake the repairs of the school so as to provide a better learning environment for all,’’ he said.
Dr Alhassan Sule, Executive Chairman, Education Bureau of the Federal Capital Territory commended the Chinese government for their continuous support towards improving the quality of education in Nigeria.
He reiterated Nigeria’s commitment towards strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.
Mrs Dada Galadima, the acting headmistress of the school expressed her gratitude to CRBC and the embassy for their unrelenting efforts to contribute to the growth and development of students.
The learning materials includes notebooks, pencils, erasers, rulers, sports equipment, desks, chairs among others.
