Anambra Govt Takes Over Community School

By Praise Chinecherem

In a significant step towards accessible education for all, the Ebenese Nursery and Primary School in Oko, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra state has officially transitioned into the public school system.

The school was formally handed over to the State Government by the Oko community in a ceremony that marked new chapter for education in the area.

The event witnessed the presence of Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma Udeh, accompanied by key figures from the education sector.

Among them were Permanent Secretary, Dr. Ifeoma Agbaizu, Director of Schools, Mrs. Ifeoma Onyebueke, Secretary of the Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB), Nneora Ebele Mgbaemena and other senior officials.

The Commissioner applauded the community for embracing the state’s Public-Private Community Partnership (PPCP) initiative, which aimed at bringing quality education closer to every child.

She noted that the establishment of the school was a forward-thinking move that addressed pressing need within the community.

“Your decision ensures that no child in this locality is left behind due to distance.

“With this school now integrated into the public system, children here will have easy access to education, which aligns with the state’s mission to reach even the most remote areas.”

Chuma-Udeh also assured that qualified teachers would be deployed to the school ahead of the next academic session to ensure smooth and effective take-off.

Also speaking, Acting National President of the Oko People’s Union (OPU), Nze Casmir Nwafor said the school was initially established to address the long distances children had to walk to attend the only existing public school in the area.

He urged the government to post teachers and provide necessary resources under the PPCP model to enhance the learning environment.

He also pledged the community’s commitment to maintaining the infrastructure and ensuring teachers have suitable accommodation.

Official handover of the school’s documents to the state government and donation of writing materials provided by Dr. Nonye Soludo, wife of the Anambra State Governor, and Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady of Nigeria to the School formed highpoints of the event.