The Edo State Government has partnered with the People’s Republic of China and Nigeria Yongxing Steel Company Limited to renovate and upgrade Ujabholo Grammar School in Uwessan, Esan Central Local Government Area.
The project, a China-Nigeria cooperation in education school reconstruction initiative, was commissioned by Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo, who is an alumnus of the school.
Governor Okpebholo expressed gratitude to the Chinese Government and the project partners, describing the renovation as “a symbol of friendship and progress.”
“This upgraded school is a gift. It is your responsibility to take good care of it. Use it wisely and let it inspire academic excellence and discipline,” the Governor said.
The Governor also announced plans to enhance the school’s facilities, including electrification, installation of street lights, construction of a perimeter fence, and establishment of a 250-computer CBT centre.
The Consul-General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, Mrs. Yan Yuqing, highlighted the importance of educational cooperation between China and Africa, saying “Education cooperation is a key component of the ten partnership actions under the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation.”
The school’s principal, Mr. Asemota, expressed appreciation to the Edo State Government, the Chinese Consulate, and project partners for transforming the learning environment for students in the community.
