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September 17, 2025 by Our Reporter
• Princess Rufai (middle) with party leaders, council officials and some of the beneficiaries
The Chairman of Ojo Local government, Princess Muhibat Rufai, has distributed 200 free General Certificate of Examination (GCE) to indigent pupils across the council’s five political wards as part of her efforts toward promoting inclusive and accessible education.
Speaking during the presentation, the council boss reaffirmed her administration’s commitment to education, stressing that no child in Ojo should be denied access to quality education due to financial constraints.
The presentation, which took place at the council secretariat, was referred to as timely and impactful.
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The council boss noted that the gesture would not only ease the financial burden on families but also encourage more young people to pursue their academic dreams.
According to her, during her campaign, she pledged to prioritize education and provide direct support to indigent pupils with the potential to excel but limited by resources.
“Our administration believes that talent is evenly distributed, but opportunities are not. We are working to bridge that gap and ensure that every child, regardless of background has access to opportunities that will shape their future”, she said.
She urged the beneficiaries to see the GCE forms as keys to unlocking doors to higher education and life-changing opportunities, adding that they must remain focused, determined, and committed to their goals.
Some of the beneficiaries, Dauda Abdulrahmon and Blessing, expressed their gratitude on behalf of the students and their parents.
They lauded the council boss for her support and appealed for the introduction of free tutorial lessons to aid their preparation for the forthcoming examinations.
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