By Miracle Okoro
The atmosphere at Qua Iboe Grammar School, Obo Atai, in Nsit Ibom Local Government Area, was filled with energy and excitement as Pastor Patience Umo Eno's Golden Initiative For All (GIFA) distributed school supplies to 122 pupils to encourage them to remain in school.
Speaking at the GIFA Schools Supplies programme on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, the Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady and Chairman, Board of Trustees of GIFA, Lady Helen Eno Obareki emphasised that education is fundamental to success in life, hence the provision of basic school materials to underprivileged children in rural communities across the senatorial districts to ensure that pupils and students in public schools remain in school and are equipped for learning.
Represented by the member representing Urue-Offong/Oruko in the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Hon Precious Selong, Lady Obareki reiterated that the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, is committed to the educational advancement of children through his ARISE Agenda, adding that GIFA complements the initiative to ensure that no child is left behind.
The GIFA boss commended the exceptional brilliance of the pupils and applauded the teachers for their efforts in nurturing the children to be smart and outstanding, while she assured the people of the area that the government of Akwa Ibom State is concerned about their well-being and will continue to implement programmes that positively impact their lives.
Welcoming the team from GIFA to the school, the Chairman of Nsit Ibom Local Government Council, Hon Otobong Aaron, praised Lady Helen Obareki’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life of women and children in the state.
In a tone setting, the Special Assistant to the Governor on General Duties and Team Lead of GIFA, Pastor Anne Abraham highlighted that GIFA's Enhancing Literacy and Learning Initiative, one of the key components of the initiative, aims to improve and promote the quality of education in rural areas.
The Headmistress of the school, Mrs Affiong Ibanga, expressed gratitude to GIFA for choosing their school to receive the supplies. She noted that this provision has addressed some of the children's educational needs and appealed for perimeter fencing and the renovation of dilapidated structures within the school premises.
In their separate goodwill messages, the wife of the former military governor, Mrs Funmi Nkanga, the Vice-Chairman of Nsit Ibom Local Government Council, Hon Udeme Philip; and the political leader of Asang Ward III, Mkpisong Solomon Akpan who represented the Village Head, commended Governor Umo Eno and GIFA for their love towards the children, pledging their ongoing support to the success of the administration.
Speaking on behalf of the other beneficiaries, Miss Success Francis thanked Lady Obareki for her kindness, love and thoughts towards them and prayed for God's blessings and protection in all her endeavours.
Among the delegation from the Office of the First Lady who also presented the school supplies to the children were, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Hon Inibehe Silas; the wife of the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Dr Bright Archibong; and the Chairman of Esit Eket Local Government Council, Hon Uduak Ikott.
All the women from the community who had gathered to welcome the delegation from the office of the First Lady, were also beneficiaries of Lady Helen Eno Obareki's generosity, each receiving a bag of rice to help with their immediate needs.
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