Abia: Unubiko Foundation Lavishes Over N70 million Scholarship on Students

The Honourable Commissioner for Tertiary Education in Abia State Prof Uche Eme Uche has encouraged students to make good use of the opportunity they have as students for their self development and the development of the society.

Prof Uche gave the charge in Umuahia on Friday at an event where hundreds of students were awarded scholarships by the Unubiko Foundation in Umuahia.

Prof Uche who represented the Governor of the state Dr Alex Otti urged the beneficiaries to “let their lights shine”.

She further lauded the founder of Unubiko Foundation, Chief Chijioke James Ume for his magnanimity and generosity in giving back to the society from his personal resources.

“This little candle that has been lit and handed over to you, please let it shine, let it glow, and try to hand it over to another person.”

“Chief James Ume has given you a future; he has given you hope. Don’t let it end with you”, she said.

In his speech, the founder, UNUBIKO foundation , Chief James Ume, congratulated and encouraged the scholars to remember that they carry values, knowledge, and skills that will shape not only your future but also the future of our society.

“I offer my warmest congratulations to our awardees, the true stars of today’s celebration. Your achievements mark the beginning of a promising future.

“You have demonstrated resilience, discipline, and a commitment to excellence.

“Today, you take your place as ambassadors of this great Foundation, as you step into the next chapter of your lives, remember that you carry with you values, knowledge, and skills that will shape not only your future but also the future of our society,” he said.

“I extend our sincere appreciation to the Foundation’s Scholarship Board for providing a solid structure and a robust framework that made this initiative possible.

“Our heartfelt gratitude goes to my wife, Mrs. Ngozi James Ume, Co-founder of the Unubiko Foundation, whose visionary leadership and steadfast commitment have been instrumental in the growth and development of this Foundation. I also acknowledge our parents and benefactors for their unwavering support and sacrifices,” he said.

The special assistant to the Governor on media and publicity, Ferdinand Ekeoma gave his goodwill message, likewise other state officials like the member representing Arochukwu Ohafia federal constituency, Hon Ibe Okwara, the member representing Arochukwu state constituency in the Abia state house of assembly, Hon. Uchenna Okoro and others.

The scholarship programme, worth over N70m will run concurrently with other existing scholarships that have been awarded by the Foundation across Nigeria.

The beneficiaries were presented with the grant on Friday during the award ceremony that took place in Umuahia, Abia State.