Speaker of Rivers State House of Assembly Allocates N3 Million School Fee Grant for Bonny Students

Rt Hon. Victor Oko-Jumbo, the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, and an ally of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has allocated the sum of three million naira for a school fee grant, aimed at alleviating the financial strain on students from Bonny origin attending public tertiary institutions.

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The announcement of the grant was made by Mr. Stephen Banigo, the Special Assistant on Media to the Speaker. Mr. Banigo emphasized that the initiative comes in light of the prevailing economic challenges facing the country, coupled with the need to provide relief for parents and self-sponsored students grappling with the burden of educational expenses.

The allocation of the grant underscores the commitment of the Rivers State government, led by Governor Fubara, and its legislative arm to prioritize education and support students in pursuing their academic aspirations.

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By specifically targeting students of Bonny origin, the initiative aims to address the unique challenges faced by this demographic group in accessing higher education.