Foundation Empowers 30 Students With WAEC Fees

From Rhoda Godwin, Yenagoa

The Seed Of Victory Foundation has doubled its impact this year, supporting 30 students to alleviate the financial burden of West African Examination Council (WAEC) fees.

This initiative, held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, was inspired by the legacies of Late Mrs. S.E. Okolo and Late Hon. (Mrs.) E.T. Ibomo and is funded by their children. It has now supported 75 students in three years, breaking down financial barriers to education.

Speaking at the awards ceremony, Mr. Taritein Boco, Managing Director of Asfabeta Management Support Services and project organiser, emphasised the foundation’s commitment to doubling its impact each year.

The long-term goal is to support 15,400 beneficiaries by the tenth year, assisting students who are struggling to cover WAEC fees and administrative costs.

According to Mr. Uzochukwu Okolo, a representative of the SeedOfVictory Foundation, the scholarship program is designed specifically for students in financial need, assisting them in paying WAEC fees and other administrative expenses.

To ensure thorough preparation, Mr. Boco stated that the assessment exam questions were based on WAEC past papers.

He also stated that, despite higher scores this year, overall performance remained below average, indicating the need for additional classes to better prepare students for the WAEC exams.

Dr. Tubo Okomuko and Chief (Dr.) Felicia Tariwari delivered inspiring remarks at the WAEC Support Project award ceremony held at the Azaiki Library.

Dr. Tubo Okomuko, Senior Lecturer at Niger Delta University, emphasised the importance of balancing academic and practical skill development.

He encouraged the students to concentrate on their studies while also learning skills that would benefit their future opportunities.

Chief (Dr.) Felicia Tawari, Managing Director of Ayalla Hotels, Councillor, and Educationist, provided sound advice on the dangers of fraudulent activity.

She warned the students against deceptive practices like “yahoo” or “yahoo plus,” which could have serious consequences for their lives and futures.

Their words of wisdom struck a deep chord with the students, who felt honoured to be guided by such esteemed educators.

Lady Eunice Nnachi, Executive Director of Women Organised for Mentorship and Advocacy Network (WOMAN), encouraged recipients of the WAEC Support Project awards to make the most of their time on social media platforms.

Lady Nnachi encouraged students to use platforms such as YouTube to learn valuable skills rather than wasting time on unproductive activities.

She emphasised the importance of digital literacy and skill acquisition in today’s fast-paced world, and she encouraged students to use the numerous online resources at their disposal.

Several other civil society leaders, including Joy Ogbogene of The Albinism Foundation and Mrs. Wodu, Executive Director of the Girls Empowered for Change Foundation, attended the award ceremony.