9 Years Of Dr Betta Edu Unparalleled 23,659 Scholarships For Every Child In Her Ward 

LEBO EVAL ENYA 

For nearly a decade, Dr Betta Edu has steadfastly covered the school fees for every child in her ward, Adadama in Abi Local Government Area of Cross River State which amounts to 23,659 scholarship so far.

She does not pay fees alone, she religiously shares exercise books, school bags and sometimes provide reading tables and chairs as well as classroom seats for students.

It is worthy to note that she made contributions to the Migrant school which prevented the government from shutting down the school and helped several children write their Senior secondary school certificate examination,(SSCE).

The former APC National Women Leader and Honourable Minister who has cleared the fees of school children for this year has continued to touch the lives of countless families and children.

She ensures that no child is denied access to education due to financial constraints and economic challenges faced by the Adadama people following the protracted boundary communal conflict that have prevented farming and other economic activities in the Ward.

Her unwavering commitment to this cause has become a beacon of hope and inspiration, earning her widespread admiration and respect within the community and state.

Dr Edu revealed that she views her efforts as a form of service to God, emphasizing the importance of education in shaping the future of young minds.

She explained that her selfless dedication to providing educational opportunities for children regardless of their economic backgrounds underscores her belief in the transformative power of education.

“I am a beneficiary of quality education even as a girl child. I need to ensure my ward produce many successful educated people that will drive development”, Dr Edu said.

Mother of one of the benefitting students, Mrs Glory Lebo lauded Edu’s remarkable initiative as a testament to the profound impact that an individuals acts of kindness and compassion can have on society.

She prayed to God to continue uplifting her: “ I have only one Prayer for her, the voices of those children she has kept in school for these nine years will ring in Gods ear, her enemies will bow at her feet soonest”

“In a world often marked by adversity and inequality, Dr Betta Edu stands as a shining example of the difference one person can make through a steadfast commitment to serving others, as a community we are not surprised, we would continue to pray and support her irrespective of the challenges she might face.

“God never fails. We love her and she remains our precious daughter, says Chief Eval Nelson.

“In 2024, when she faced blackmail and false propaganda; it didn’t deter her from paying fees for every child every term. Even when we thought we should excuse her, she said her commitment to these children is not politics but service to God”, Chief Nelson further explained.

Betta Edu’s commitment to paying school fees for every child in her ward is both remarkable and inspiring. For nine years, she has upheld this practice religiously, seeing it as a service to God and humanity. Her dedication reflects a deep sense of social responsibility and compassion for the children in her community.

Through her actions, Edu not only breaks down barriers to learning but also instills a sense of dignity and hope in the hearts of those she assists as thousands of School Children have benefited from this great gesture.

©Lebo Eval Enya