Rivers State, Nigeria – The Victor Tulutu Briggs Foundation has concluded a successful two-day “Back-To-School” initiative which commenced from September 17th and ended on the 18th, 2024.
The initiative positively impacted the lives of over 500 pupils across four Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Rivers State. The initiative, which took place in Akuku-Toru LGA, Asari-Toru LGA, Degema LGA, and Port Harcourt City LGA, provided essential school supplies and support to students from Nursery, Primary, and Junior Secondary classes.
The foundation’s efforts reached more than 25 schools, ensuring that students were well-prepared for the new academic year.
The essential school supplies distributed included school bags, exercise books, pens, pencils, erasers, and sharpeners. This initiative aimed to alleviate the financial burden on families and promote education in the region.
Beneficiary Schools include:
Asari-Toru LGA:
- Baptist State School (Private), Buguma
- Our Saviour School, Buguma
- St. Michaels State School, Buguma
- Kalabari National College (KNC), Buguma
- Kings College of Commerce (KCC), Buguma
- Community Secondary School, Ido
- UPE Model Primary School, Buguma
- Kingdom Star Secondary School, Buguma
- DKD Primary School, Buguma
- Baptist State School 1 (Government), Buguma
Akuku-Toru LGA:
- Nyemoni State School
- St. Joseph’s State School
- U.P.E. Model Primary School
- Bishop Crowther Memorial High School
- St. Augustine Primary School (Private)
- State School, Obonoma
- Abonnema Girls Secondary School
- Community Secondary School, Abonnema
- Community Secondary School, Obonoma
- Genius Group of Schools (Private)
- New Age Academy (Private)
- Desire Academy (Private)
- De-Royal Dazzling Kids & Teens (Private)
- Fruitful Educational Centre (Private)
- Nyemoni Anglican Grammar School (Private)
Port Harcourt City LGA:
- Community Secondary School, Amadi-ama
Degema LGA:
- St. Barth’s Primary School
- New Church Primary School
- Model Primary School
Parents, teachers, and community leaders expressed their gratitude for the foundation’s commitment to education and the future of the children.
The event was marked by smiles and excitement as pupils received their new school materials, ready to embark on another academic year of learning.
The Victor Tulutu Briggs Foundation continues to demonstrate its dedication to community development and education, making a significant difference in the lives of young students in Nigeria and beyond.
September 18, 2024.
God bless you Sir and the wonderful foundation.