In a disheartening trend, numerous schools in Rivers State, including government-owned ones, are falling victim to wanton vandalism and theft of facilities by bandits. According to a concerned principal from a unity school, many schools in the state have had their facilities destroyed by radicalized pupils or students. Some primary schools, which received computers from former Governor Rotimi Amaechi’s distribution program, are unable to account for them, suggesting that they were either stolen by criminals or vandalized by students due to a lack of adequate protection.
The Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, represented by his Deputy, Prof. Ngozi Nma ODU, has taken action to address the issue. During the commissioning and dedication of a new Dormitory Complex at Archdeacon Crowther Memorial Girls School (ACMGS) Elelenwo, built to honor the late Justice Eberechi Suzzette Nyesom Wike, the Governor urged the staff and students to protect, preserve, and effectively utilize the school’s facilities.
Commissioning of a new Dormitory Complex at Archdeacon Crowther Memorial Girls School (ACMGS) Elelenwo by Prof. Ngozi Nma ODU and others
Justice Eberechi emphasized that successful parenting plays a crucial role in shaping a child’s future, with mentoring and guidance being key factors. She emphasized that children should strive to surpass their parents as a measure of good parenting. The state authorities are now taking measures to curb the alarming trend of facility destruction and theft, hoping to create a conducive learning environment for the students in Rivers State.
