Cross River senator gives cash awards to over 1,000 students
Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong has provided financial support to 1,032 students in Cross River South. Each student received N110,000 to aid their academic pursuits. The initiative was praised by student leaders and beneficiaries, who highlighted its impact on easing their financial burdens. Ekpenyong encouraged students to focus on their studies and draw inspiration from ongoing development in the state.
What we know
- Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong awarded N110,000 each to 1,032 students in Cross River South.
- The programme initially planned N100,000 per student, but an extra N10,000 was added for lunch support.
- Students from various higher institutions, including universities and colleges, benefited from the scheme.
- Ekpenyong emphasized the importance of education and highlighted achievements by Bassey Otu and Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
- Student leaders expressed gratitude, noting the intervention helps ease financial pressures faced by students.
