Reaffirming his commitment to grassroots development through sustained investment in basic education, Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has inaugurated the Lutheran Model School in Afaha Offiong, Nsit Ibom Local Government Area of the state.
Governor Eno has continued to transform the education landscape in Akwa Ibom through the construction and commissioning of model primary schools across all 31 local government areas of the state.
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony on Thursday, the Governor, represented by the Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, described the model school initiative as a deliberate effort to take development to the grassroots and secure the future of children across the state.
She noted that the initiative goes beyond infrastructure by addressing long-standing gaps in access to quality education, particularly in rural communities, where children now have the opportunity to learn in modern and well-equipped environments.
Eyakenyi stressed that the administration of Governor Umo Eno remains focused on people-centered policies, adding that education remains a key pillar for driving inclusive development and empowering the next generation.
She further highlighted that the administration has strengthened the education sector through major financial interventions, including the release of 5.9 billion Naira to the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) to support infrastructure development, improve school facilities, and enhance the quality of teaching and learning across the state.
Providing an overview of the project, the Commissioner for Education, Professor Ubong Essien Umoh, explained that the model schools were designed to meet contemporary educational standards, with facilities aimed at enhancing teaching and learning.
“These schools are equipped with spacious classrooms, functional libraries, and learning resources that create a conducive environment for effective teaching and learning. The goal is to ensure that every child in Akwa Ibom has access to quality education, regardless of location,” he said.
In her remarks, the Chairman of Nsit Ibom Local Government Area, Mrs. Otobong Sunny Aaron, expressed appreciation to the state government for extending the project to the area.
We are sincerely grateful to the Akwa Ibom State Government for this impactful intervention,” she said.
“This model school has significantly improved the learning environment for our children and strengthened confidence in public primary education.
