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GOVERNOR OKPEBHOLO COMMISSIONS RENOVATED ALMA MATER, HAILS CHINA-NIGERIA PARTNERSHIP

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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has commissioned the newly renovated Ujabholo Grammar School in Uwessan, a project executed through a China-Nigeria cooperation initiative. The Governor commended the People’s Republic of China and the Nigeria Yongxing Steel Company Limited for the school’s facelift, describing it as a symbol of friendship and progress, in a statement from his Chief Press Secretary, Owaen Fred Itua. Governor Okpebholo expressed profound gratitude to the project partners, stating, “On behalf of the Government and the people of Edo State, I sincerely thank the Consulate-General and the Government of the People’s Republic of China.” He revealed his personal connection to the school, noting it was where he began his secondary education and that his return after over 20 years was an emotional and fulfilling moment. The project was instituted by the Consulate-General of China in Lagos with Edo State Government support, under the theme “Love Builds Dreams, Steel Builds Foundations; China and Nigeria Nurture the Future Together.” The Consul-General, Mrs. Yan Yuqing, highlighted the importance of educational cooperation, noting it is a key component of the Forum on China–Africa Cooperation and that China is willing to further expand bilateral relations with Nigeria. Okpebholo announced further state government plans to enhance the school, including electrification, street lights, a perimeter fence, and a 250-computer CBT centre. He urged the community to take good care of the upgraded facility and use it to inspire academic excellence and discipline, Itua further stated. The Governor reiterated that Edo State is committed to partnerships that drive education, innovation, and sustainable development, emphasizing the state is open for collaborations that create jobs and boost local businesses. The principal of the school, Mr. Asemota, also expressed appreciation to the governments and partners for transforming the learning environment for students. Itua confirmed the commissioning marks a milestone in Governor Okpebholo’s drive to promote quality education and partnerships that empower local communities and strengthen the state’s human capital development.