Akakan Umoh
As part strengthening follow up and mentorship programme, Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem, met with beneficiaries of his scholarship initiative currently pursuing Master’s and Phd programme in London, United Kingdom universities.
The engagement, held at Hilton London Metropole Hotel, provided an opportunity to assess their progress, hear their experiences and achievements, understand their challenges, and explore ways to support them better.
Although some beneficiaries could not attend due to the short notice, the interaction, held at University of Portsmouth, was worthwhile.
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Dr. Idem representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives described investing in education as one of the most enduring ways to empower individuals and transform communities.
He assured to make the engagement an annual exercise, complemented by visits to the institutions where the beneficiaries are studying.
According to him, he met with two of two scholars- Nsikakabasi Nseyen and Emem Itoro Ekwere – in the University of Portsmouth to assess their progress and encourage them to keep striving for excellence, stating ‘‘Next year’s visit will be to another institution.’’
During the interaction, the Chairman of House Committee on Public Procurement charged them to take their studies seriously, aim to break records, distinguish themselves in their chosen fields, and become worthy ambassadors of Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, Akwa Ibom State, and Nigeria.
‘‘This initiative goes beyond securing foreign degrees. It is about raising a generation of knowledgeable, confident and accomplished individuals who will bring their expertise home, contribute to national development, and inspire others to dream bigger,’’ idem added.
