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Education Will Foster Future Security — NGO
Education Will Foster Future Security — NGO
By Ifeoma Ikem
The First British Charity Home Foundation, a non-profit making organisation, has donated writing materials to orphans and the less privileged of the Faith Reward International School Ijesha, Lagos.
Besides, about 10 indigent pupils’ school fees were paid by the foundation.
This is to cushion the effects of the economic hardship in the country.
The founder of the Evans Uchendu said the gesture is aimed at fostering educational support for the orphans and less privileged who are future leaders.
According to him, the hardship in the country where people are struggling to feed, and some children are being sent out of school because their parents can no longer pay their school fees is alarming.
‘We decided to come to Faith Reward International School, where we found out that there are about 10 less privileged children, orphans and children of the poor widows among pupils here.
There is even one, the father is alive but disabled; so struggling with these children and how to fend for them not to talk of paying school fees is a difficult task, so we decided to pay their school fees including other levies such as Parents Teachers’ Association PTA as well as donated other writing materials. If you see, this is a private school, so we have just ten of the pupils that fall within the category we are targeting at the moment. As always, I believe so much in the security of lives and property securing the future and I have this passion and believe that charity as such to children of the widows is a way of lessening their burden and giving the children access to meaningful education to become somebody in life.
This is a private school, so we have just ten of the pupils that fall within the category we are targeting at the moment. Always, I believe so much in the security of lives and property securing the future and I have this passion and believe that charity as such to children of the widows is a way of lessening their burden and giving the children access to meaningful education to become somebody in life.
I believe that when you take people out of mass illiteracy, it has a way of fostering future security”he added .
However, if we have people growing in an environment where they do not believe that somebody can support them, their mindset always say that insecurity is a thing of the mindset, so if we have these people and restoring that trust in their minds that people can actually help them, in the future they too will be motivated to help others.
Uchendu notes that as a security operative who knows the essence of security of lives and property, the number of out of school children for being unable to pay their bills would definitely add to the level of insecurity in the country.
“This is a private school, so we have just ten of the pupils that fall within the category we are targeting at the moment.
” I believe so much in the security of lives and property, securing the future and I have this passion and believe that charity to children of the widows is a way of lessening their burden and giving the children access to meaningful education to become somebody in life.
“I also believe that when you take people out of mass illiteracy, it has a way of fostering future security”, he added .
If we have people growing in an environment where they do not believe that somebody can support them, their mindset always says that insecurity is a thing of the, so if we have these people and restoring that trust in their minds that people can actually help them, in the future they too will be motivated to help others.
Mr Segun Arinze, a Nollywood actor stressed the importance of Education which is the best way to unlocking a brighter future; yet for many students across the nation, financial constraints have stood as insurmountable barriers to accessing quality education.
Segun urged other non governmental organizations to emulate this type of kind gesture to many out of school children, and give them a sense of belonging because education is the bedrock of individual, he said.
He advised the children to always be of good behavior, never associate themselves with wrong gang for them not to tarnish the image or reputations of Nigeria.
Responding, the proprietress of the school, Evang Ambassador Fedelia Ohemeyin who appreciates members of the foundation said that she never experienced such gesture.
According to her, I’m overwhelmed for this great opportunity for my school to be one of the benefiticary in this locality if not the first among private schools.
“I don’t know how to express my gratitude to them but I know that the God we serve will touch their lives. This Foundation will grow from strength to strength, glory to glory and power to power.
As he has started in this manner, the hands of God will never leave him.
Mrs. Olowoyo Fadekemi, a widow who lost her husband early into their marriage six years ago, coming to pay her child’s school fees was a miracle.
“I can say this is miracle. When the proprietress of the school called me that somebody was coming today to pay my child’s fee,
I was like, this can only come from God.
For the past six years that my husband left me early into our marriage, I have been all alone. After one month into the death of my husband, his family left us alone.
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Gabonese President Honours Tony Elumelu with National Award for Championing African Development
Gabonese President Honours Tony Elumelu with National Award for Championing African Development.
The President of the Republic of Gabon, His Excellency, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, has conferred the nation’s honours – the Commander in the National Order of Gabonese Merit – on the Group Chairman, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc and Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, Mr. Tony Elumelu.
The distinguished award recognises Elumelu’s enduring contribution to Africa’s economic development, particularly his impact on youth entrepreneurship and infrastructure growth in Gabon and across the continent.
Speaking at the presidential palace while presenting the recognition in Libreville on Monday, Nguema, who was on Saturday sworn in as the newly elected President of the oil-rich country, praised Elumelu’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable development in Africa, adding that ‘Tony Elumelu is not only a visionary entrepreneur but also a committed friend of our nation Gabon. Through his Foundation and the UBA Group, he has consistently shown that investing in Africa is not just good business – it is the key to our shared future. Today, we honour a man whose actions continue to empower young Africans and inspire nations.”
While acknowledging the recognition, Elumelu, who has made several high-level visits to Gabon in recent months, expressed deep gratitude for the recognition and reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the country’s development agenda:
“I am truly humbled by this honour. It is a reflection not just of my personal journey, but of a shared belief – that African-led solutions, African entrepreneurs, and African institutions will shape the future of this continent. Gabon holds enormous potential, and I am proud that the Tony Elumelu Foundation and UBA Group can play a role in unlocking it,” Elumelu said.
“This is more than a medal – it is a reminder of what we can achieve together as Africans,” Elumelu stated adding that, “At UBA and the Tony Elumelu Foundation, we remain committed to building bridges, not just between nations, but between ambition and opportunity.”
The recognition comes at a crucial time for Gabon, as the country accelerates its economic recovery and prioritises inclusive growth under the new leadership.
Elumelu’s engagement focuses on two key pillars of Infrastructure financing which is essential for long-term economic transformation and Youth entrepreneurship, championed through the Tony Elumelu Foundation, which offers training, mentorship, and $5,000 in non-refundable seed capital to young Gabonese and African entrepreneurs each year.
The award also highlights the strengthening of financial partnership between Gabon and the UBA, which has a strong presence across the continent and is a key driver of financial inclusion and development.
Elumelu is the Founder and Chairman of Heirs Holdings, his family owned investment company committed to improving lives and transforming Africa, through long-term investments in strategic sectors of the African economy, including financial services, hospitality, power, energy, technology and healthcare.
He is the Chairman of pan-African financial services group, the United Bank for Africa (UBA), which operates in 20 countries across Africa, the United Kingdom, France, the UAE and is the only African bank with a commercial deposit taking presence in the United States. UBA provides corporate, commercial, SME and consumer banking services to more than 35 million customers globally. He also chairs Nigeria’s largest quoted conglomerate, Transcorp whose subsidiaries include Transcorp Power, one of the leading producers of electricity in Nigeria and Transcorp Hotels Plc, Nigeria’s foremost hospitality brand.
Tony is the most prominent champion of entrepreneurship in Africa. In 2010, he created The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), the leading philanthropy, empowering a new generation of African entrepreneurs, catalysing economic growth, driving poverty eradication and driving job creation across all 54 African countries. Since inception, the Foundation’s flagship programme has identified and catalysed 18,500 entrepreneurs and created a digital ecosystem of over one million Africans, as part of a ten-year US$100m commitment to fund, mentor and train young Africans.
Tony’s businesses and the Foundation are inspired by his economic philosophy of Africapitalism, which positions the private sector, and most importantly entrepreneurs, as the catalyst for the social and economic development of the African continent.
In 2020, in recognition of his business leadership and economic empowerment of young African entrepreneurs, Tony was named in the TIME100 Most Influential People in the World, and recognised with Belgium’s oldest royal order.
Arcadia Event Space Launches in Surulere, Expanding G51 Group’s Hospitality Footprint
In a significant addition to the hospitality and events landscape in Lagos, the renowned G51 Group has officially unveiled its latest venture, Arcadia Event Space, located at 51 Akerele Road, Surulere. The grand opening took place on Friday, May 2, 2025, and was officiated by the distinguished Lagos State House of Assembly member representing Surulere Constituency 1, Hon. Desmond Elliot.
The Arcadia Event Space is a state-of-the-art facility meticulously designed to host a wide range of events, including corporate meetings, wedding receptions, birthday celebrations, conferences, and more. With elegant interiors, modern amenities, and versatile layouts, Arcadia is set to become a preferred destination for premium gatherings in the heart of Surulere.
Speaking at the launch, Abbey Azaka Ekpeti, CEO of G51 Group, shared the vision behind the expansion:
“This is just one of the many ways we continue to add value to our community. At G51, we are passionate about hospitality and lifestyle. Arcadia Event Space complements our existing portfolio, which includes G51 Hotel Fashoro Surulere, G51 Pub Lounge, G51 Club, and G51 Apartments in Akoko. We’re committed to providing top-tier services that exceed expectations.”
The G51 Group has built a strong reputation for excellence in hospitality, entertainment, and lifestyle services, offering a unique blend of comfort, style, and customer satisfaction. With the addition of Arcadia Event Space, the Group reaffirms its commitment to quality and innovation in service delivery.
Residents of Surulere and surrounding areas are encouraged to explore the new venue for their upcoming events. Arcadia offers customizable packages tailored to meet the specific needs of clients, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience.
For bookings and inquiries, please contact:
0818 585 8254 or 0812 533 6785
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