Sun. Nov 10th, 2024

From TCNEWS

The Centre for Human Rights Advocacy and Wholesome Society, CEHRAWS has extended its sincere commendation to Hon. Alex Ikwechegh Mascot, Member representing Aba North and South Federal Constituency for his timely and impactful intervention, which led to the revitalization of Riverside Primary School in Aba.

CEHRAWS, an active member of Abia Civil Society Network (ACSON) and Civil Society Action Coalition on Education For All (CSACEFA), is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting good governance, the rule of law, and the protection of human rights in Nigeria, with a strong focus on education and community development. 

In a press release tagged, “CEHRAWS on the revitalization of Riverside Primary School: A Model for Community Education Development”, signed and made available to our correspondent by Mr. Chuka Peter Okoye, the Executive Director, the Organization also called for the provision of essential educational materials; implementation of a sustainable maintenance plan; and enhanced security measures in the school.

The release read, “A few weeks ago, CEHRAWS, through its Executive Director, Okoye, Chuka Peter raised concerns about the dire state of Riverside Primary School in Aba, Abia State, via a social media post. The school, which is Mr. Okoye’s alma mater, was in serious disrepair, with dilapidated infrastructure, poor hygiene facilities, and a general environment unfit for learning. The situation was brought to the attention of the public to advocate for government and community intervention.

“We are pleased to announce that immediate and effective action was taken by Hon. Alex Ikwechegh Mascot, fondly known as ‘Onyeocha n’Aba’. His swift response has transformed Riverside Primary School into a modern, unique and standard learning center in a matter of weeks. With the construction of eight new restroom facilities, the school is now WASH-compliant, significantly raising the hygiene standards and offering a healthy learning environment for pupils which places the school first on the list of schools with such a facility in Aba South LGA.

“Notably, the school’s revitalization has led to a surge in pupil enrollment, a clear indication of the community’s renewed trust in the educational infrastructure. This resurgence of interest from parents and students alike is a testament to the critical role of quality school environments in fostering education. 

“We at CEHRAWS extend our sincere commendation to Hon. Alex Ikwechegh Mascot for this timely and impactful intervention. His commitment to education, rooted in his family background as the child of a distinguished educator, is evident in his dedication to the welfare of Aba’s community schools”.

CEHRAWS  while urging for further action to ensure the long-term sustainability of this transformation, called on Abia State Ministry of Education and relevant stakeholders for the provision of pupils’ reading desks, teachers’ desks, and other teaching and learning materials, as the increase in pupil enrollment has highlighted the urgent need for adequate resources.

According to the Organization, these are essential for ensuring that the school can meet the demands of its growing student population.

According to the Organization, “To preserve the new infrastructure, we advocate for the development of a comprehensive maintenance model that will address the upkeep of the learning environment and its facilities. A sustainable plan is vital for maintaining the quality and functionality of the school in the years to come.

“It is crucial to safeguard the newly restored school premises and amenities. We recommend implementing all inclusive security measures that will protect the school from vandalism or other forms of damage, ensuring that this investment will last the taste of time.

“The remarkable success at Riverside Primary School serves as an example of what can be achieved through targeted community intervention and government action. We at CEHRAWS call on other public officials to follow this admirable initiative. Public schools across the country are in desperate need of attention, and it is our hope that this transformation will inspire further efforts to rehabilitate and revitalize other public schools in similar conditions”.

CEHRAWS reminded Nigerians that a well-maintained, safe, and resource-equipped learning environment is essential for nurturing the minds of the next generation.

By NWAMARA

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