A socio-political group under the aegis of Pathfinder 4 United Edo, has called on the people of the state to rally together and support the aspiration of Barrister Kenneth Imansuangbon(aka The Riceman) to govern Edo State for the development and growth of educational sector of the state.
The group’s convener, Dr Paul Osahon, said that the need to solicit support for Imansuangbon becomes necessary because education remains the catalyst needed to develop other sectors.
He said been a key player in the sector, Imansuangbon remains the best person to help accelerate and develop the dwindling fortune of education in Edo State.
Osahon bemoaned that the present state of education was not only embarrassing to the people, but that the present state government has failed to address the fundamental problem of the sector.
According to him, “It’s sad that the present government in the state has consistently come out with a position that is not in reality of what is on ground in terms of development of education.
“For us, EdoBEST is just a gimmick. What is best when most schools, primary and secondary, lacked teaching staff, and are dilapidated buildings without adequate equipment. In a nutshell, most school buildings in the state are basically not conducive for teaching and learning.
“This is the reality on ground, and worst hit are the secondary schools where most communities across the state had to resort to self-help of employing and paying teachers themselves.
“I want our people to understand that with Imansuangbon, the present challenge in our educational system will be better addressed because he is running a very successful school that is believed to be among the best in Abuja presently.
“Like they say, education is the bedrock of any well-meaning nation or society and should be pursued with all vigour and sense of seriousness towards stimulating growth and development.”
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