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Ebonyi overseas PhD students send SOS to Governor Umahi
. Risk deportation over unpaid school fees
By Nmerichukwu Igweamaka
Ebonyi State overseas PhD students on Sunday called on their State Governor, Engr. Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State to come to their aid by facilitating the payment of their outstanding tuition fees in various higher institutions in the United Kingdom.
In a letter addressed to the Governor titled, “Congratulatory and passionate appeal letter for urgent intervention by Ebonyi State Government to salvage our PhD studies”, the students who called for urgent intervention of the State Government in their studies added: “This development has stalled our programme as our university have logged us out of their various systems, while demanding that we pay the outstanding fees or face legal action before deportation.”
According to their representatives, Celestine Nwojij, University Of Liverpool, UK, Nworie Obinna Elijah, University of Salford, UK, Ejike Dick, University of Nottigham, UK, “The time to come to our rescue is now as we are at the verge of being deported from our various countries of residence.
“The Ebonyi State Overseas Sponsored PhD Students wish to use this opportunity to felicitate with our dynamic and pragmatic Governor, Chief David Nweze Umahi, for your victory and emergence as the Peoples Democratic Party candidate for upcoming governorship elections in Ebonyi State in 2019.
“Your emergence has demonstrated that your administration has a divine connotation and you have been specially chosen by God to liberate Ebonyi State from shackles of underdevelopment that have marred the state since its creation.
“We are using this opportunity to once again appeal to your Excellency, our dear loving Governor, to graciously come to our rescue by settling our outstanding tuition fees which the SSA to the Governor on Higher Education had confirmed has been sent to your office.
“It will be recalled that after our initial tuition fee payment (ranging from £11,950 to £30,000 per session for each student), which was paid upon commencement of our programmes, two tranches of payment (N3,000,000 each), totalling N6,000,000 have also been made.
“This payment, which we deeply appreciate, is however a far cry from the amount needed to settle our outstanding two session’s fees. This means that we still have one outstanding full session tuition fees that has remained unpaid.
“This development has stalled our program as our university have logged us out of their various systems, while demanding that we pay the outstanding fees or face legal action before deportation.
“Against this backdrop therefore, we earnestly implore your Excellency to come to our rescue in order to secure the huge investment so far made by the State Government, and also not allow our sojourn and effort in our various countries of abode to come to waste.
“The time to come to our rescue is now as we are at the verge of being deported from our various countries of residence. In our various contacts with the Senior Special Assistant to Ebonyi State Government on Higher Education, we were made to understand that a memo detailing the cost implications of tuition fees has been submitted to your office Your Excellency for consideration.
“It is on this note that we most respectfully and kindly solicit for your kind intervention towards approving and releasing our tuition fees to ensure smooth completion of our studies.
“Your Excellency, we have no doubt in your firm resolve to alleviating our current plights. We therefore plead with Your Excellency to come to our rescue as we declare our unalloyed supports to your government and pledge to remain good ambassadors of our dear state in our various countries of residence.
“We are aware of the giant strides your administration has made in all sectors of the economy, including education, and believe the completion of our studies will add to your genuine effort towards boosting the man-power development of our state.
“We look forwards to your prompt response as we continue to pray for the success of your administration and for the realization of all your dreams for our dear state. Thank you and God bless your Excellency.”
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A Joyous Milestone: Pamela Iweze Celebrates Daughter’s Graduation with Pride, Purpose, and a Message of Hope
Reporter: SANDRA ANI
In a heartfelt celebration filled with joy, pride, and inspiration, Ms Pamela Iweze—renowned advocate and founder of Olivedoor Community CIC and the Pamela Iweze Kingdom Children Foundation (PIKCF)—witnessed a deeply personal milestone as her daughter, Princess Christiana Adebisi a Classical trained Music Scholar from the famous London Music Fund, graduated from the prestigious Royal Alexandra and Albert School.
The graduation ceremony was a proud and emotional moment not only for the family but for a broader community that has watched Ms Iweze dedicate her life to advocating for children, empowering women, and building bridges of support between Nigeria and the UK. For the many who gathered—family, friends, and well-wishers from both sides of the Atlantic—it was a celebration of legacy, resilience, and the fulfilment of a mother’s dream.
“It’s an incredible blessing to see my daughter achieve this milestone,” Ms Iweze shared emotionally. “Over the years, I’ve stood beside so many families celebrating their children’s growth. Today, I’m grateful to be the one celebrating mine.”
Princess Christiana’s achievement stands as a testament not only to her dedication but to the enduring value that Nigerians in the diaspora continue to bring to their host communities.
Her success adds to the growing number of Nigerian youths abroad who are making meaningful contributions—academically, socially, and professionally—putting Nigeria in a positive global spotlight.
This moment is also a powerful reminder of the intellectual excellence that Nigerians have long demonstrated across the world. It reinforces the importance of education, particularly for the girl child, and affirms that given the right support and encouragement, Nigerian girls can rise to the highest levels of academic and personal success.
For Ms Iweze, the occasion was more than a graduation—it was the embodiment of everything she has worked for: creating opportunities, nurturing potential, and promoting the importance of strong family and community values.
In a joint congratulatory message, Olivedoor Community CIC UK and PIKCF Nigeria commended Princess Christiana for exemplifying the very principles they stand for: excellence, integrity, and service.
Her journey, they noted, reflects the hope of a new generation of Nigerians shaping the future with courage and conviction.
As the celebrations continue, this milestone reminds us all that the empowerment of one child—especially a girl—can echo across nations, inspire communities, and transform futures.
There are times when you begin to observe somebody in your neighborhood, office, church or place of business. It might be someone you are beginning to like or someone you have interest in.
If it is any those reasons then you are likely to observe and decipher the person’s personality. However, here are some of the clues or things you need to look out for:
Observe the way they treat common people out there, e.g. Beggars, homeless people, waitress, cleaners etc. You can use this to measure their level of sympathy and empathy.
How do they talk about other people, do they mock, belittle and gossip about them? Such people cannot be trusted.
During difficulties and challenges in life, observe their behaviour. Are they calm or do they let their emotion overwhelm them? It’s either the person has the confidence or lacks confidence.
Anytime you are having a conversation with them: can they maintain eye contact or do they avoid eye contact?
Do you have a friend that remembers you only anytime he or she needs your assistance? It is a sign that the person doesn’t value a deep relationship and he or she is just using you.
- In this era, sorting isn’t a way out. If you run out of money, you’ll give your body and if they get tired what then do you give? – Ebube
BY: Sandra Ani
Nineteen year-old (19) Ebube Rebecca Okeke has emerged the Best Graduating Students (Department of Economic) and Best Graduating Student from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences with a CGPA of 4:71, at the Federal University Lokoja, Kogi State.
She attributed the feat to the mentorship by her mother, hard-work and prayers, stressing that she learnt a lot, not just academically but also about the environment.
GrassRoots.ng has a chat with Ebube…enjoy the dialogue
Can we meet you
My name is Ebube Rebecca Okeke, a graduate of Economics from Federal University Lokoja. I am 19 years old and I hail from Enugu State; Isi-Uzo Local Government Area to be precise.
Tell us about this big win of yours
To the glory of God; I emerged the Best graduating student from the Department of Economics and the Best graduating student from the Faculty of Arts and Social sciences with a CGPA of 4:71.
I particularly want to thank God for the grace, wisdom and strength. I also want to specially appreciate my mom; my best friend, mentor, role model and teacher. She thought me the value of hard-work, goal setting and goal getting. I’m grateful mom. To all of my lecturers, the entire staff of federal university Lokoja, my friends and family, Thank you for the support
I started this journey in the year 2015 and made straight A’s with a GP of 5.00 during my first semester in the university. That semester was tough and amazing. I learnt a lot, not just academically but also about the environment I found myself and how to make proper and beneficial decisions. I learnt the importance of relationships and diligence too. I made some pretty amazing friends, not just with students alone but with lecturers too and I’m grateful.
Every success story has bumps, but with the help of God, my family and friends I overcame. To everyone reading this, in which ever field you might be in you’ll definitely encounter challenges but don’t let it stop you, keep pushing.
To every student, read like it all depends on you, pray like it all depends on God and get a skill or develop your passion. Improve yourself mentally and other wise. The world’s changing, you should too.
How was it like growing up
I had an amazing child hood; went to the best primary and secondary schools; Spring Nursery and Primary school and Harmony Secondary school. Mom was very strict about the kind of movies and TV shows I watched; my social media activities and all that. It was annoying then, but now I’m grateful
Was there a time when teachers or mom had to force you to read?
Teachers; No. Mom; No. She basically just encouraged me, advised me and helped me through it. She was my lesson teacher. We did all my assignments together. During my undergraduate days, there were courses I didn’t really understand like Philosophy, Mom would read them and make notes/summaries for me.
In this era, some students believe it’s all about sorting, how can one stand out?
In this era, sorting isn’t a way out. If you run out of money, you’ll give your body and if they get tired what then do you give? Be diligent, don’t give the lecturers to put a negative tab on you. Attend classes, write all of your tests and assignments and submit on due dates
What’s your next plan?
To begin the real journey towards greatness. To start living and working towards my dreams and make impacts.
Congratulation, Ebube.
Thank you so much for this great opportunity and the feature.
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