The councilor representing Azueke ward in Umuahia North Legislative Council Hon. Henry Egesi, has awarded scholarships to 8 indigent students from his ward.
The scholarship which was given to four secondary school students and four primary school pupils in the 2nd phase of his education endowment scheme is in fulfilment of his promise to his constituents during his campaigns.
Presenting the awards to the beneficiaries on Tuesday January 18th 2022, the lawmaker said that the gesture was to provide dividends of democracy to the people of his constituency and ameliorate the hardship the people are going through.
Hon. Egesi said, if he had a better platform, he will not only give scholarships but will make sure that he drastically improve the living conditions of the people of his constituency by not only providing the needed infrastructure, but also touching people directly to enable them live their lives to the fullest.
Some of the constituents who spoke to our correspondent praised the efforts of Hon. Egesi stating that he does not discriminate but that he ensures that the youths are empowered.
One of the beneficiaries of the scholarship commended the lawmaker for the gesture and said that the gesture will go a long way in making them achieve their educational dreams.
The recipients are: (1) Joy Nwachukwu (Umuhute Village)
(2) Deborah Chimezie ( Umuaroko Village)
(3) Ogbuagu Ngozichukwu Friday (Ogbagu Village)
(4) Chika Ikediuwa (Umuhu Village)
Secondary School
(1) Ikechukwu Chinenye
(2) Onyecherem Emmanuel
(3) Okezie Destiny
(4) Onuoha Chukwuebuka
Abia: Councilor Awards Scholarship To 8 Indigent Students.
