Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo has offered scholarship to Miss Confidence Nwaozuzu who made distinctions in nine subjects in the 2020 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

This is contained in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Oguwike Nwachuku, and made available to newsmen in Owerri on Thursday.

“We shall continue to recognize and encourage Imolites that bring honour to the State by distinguishing themselves in most remarkable ways. Confidence Chinaza Nwozuzu from Ehime Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State has indeed brought honour to the state with her outstanding performance of 9As from the 2020 Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE).

In acknowledgement of this meritorious performance, I have directed the Honourable Commissioner for Education to forthwith ensure Imo State sponsorship of Miss Chinaza through her educational career to the desired level.

I therefore, encourage other sons and daughters of Imo State to apply dedication and resilience in their academic pursuit for education remains the greatest empowerment for future development.

Reacting, Nwaozuzu thanked the governor for inviting her and giving her “lifelong empowerment” in the form of education.

She advised other students to take their studies seriously and strike a balance between their academics and social life.

Newsacross reports that mother of the scholarship awardee, Faith Nwaozuzu, led other members of the family to the event.