Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra, has emphasised the urgent need for a comprehensive vision for educational reforms in Nigeria.
Speaking at the weekend during the inauguration of newly renovated classroom blocks at St. Jude’s Secondary School in Ihiala, Soludo highlighted the significance of collaboration between government, the public, the private sector, and communities to transform the education sector.
He said, “There is need for reforms in education sector in Nigeria. Human capital is the best investment any society can give it’s people.
“The quality of education can be assessed through public schools, that is why I’m happy with the collaboration Keystone Bank has brought in through this initiative.
“We celebrate the involvement of Keystone Bank in this initiative, which reflects a broader understanding of education as a foundational element for societal progress.”
As an educationist and former university lecturer, Soludo stressed that collective effort was essential for fostering a more equitable and just society.
The Governor also underscored his administration’s commitment to the Public-Private-Community Partnership (PPCP) policy, aimed at revitalizing the state’s educational landscape, asserting that education could serve as a powerful tool to break socio-economic barriers.
He commended Keystone Bank for its initiative, saying, “human capital is the best investment any society can give its people.”
The governor also underscored his administration’s commitment to the Public-Private-Community Partnership (PPCP) policy, aimed at revitalizing the state’s educational landscape.
Soludo called on public-spirited individuals and organisations to prioritise education and health, emphasising that education can serve as a powerful tool to break socio-economic barriers.
He urged others to emulate Keystone Bank’s leadership and commitment to public schools, laying the groundwork for more comprehensive support for educational initiatives across the nation.
The newly renovated classroom blocks were handed over to the school by Keystone Bank as part of its education initiative.
The bank’s Managing Director, Imam Hassan, said the project included upgrades to the administration block, school hall, and classrooms, aimed at complementing the governor’s work.
The Ihiala community has pledged strong support for the governor’s ongoing educational initiatives, presenting a cheque of N50 million for his second-term campaign during the event.
