Monarch Re-Echoes Importance Of Education …..Pledges Support For Rivers Students

A prominent traditional ruler in Rivers State, Eze Moses Nwokocha, has reiterated the importance of education as a vital tool for national and community development, while pledging continued support for students in the state.
The Eze Aligwu of Usomini in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area, made the remarks in Port Harcourt after he was honoured by the Rivers State Postgraduate Students Union.
Speaking during the event, Eze Nwokocha described education as the bedrock of progress in every society, stressing that the value of education in the life of every child cannot be overemphasised.
According to him, education remains a powerful instrument for shaping the future of young people, reducing social vices and promoting sustainable development within communities.
He urged students across the state to remain focused on their academic pursuits and avoid cultism and other negative activities capable of jeopardising their future aspirations.
“Education brings light to society and provides opportunities for a better future. It also helps to curb social vices by positively engaging the minds of young people,” the monarch stated.
The traditional ruler further called on parents to prioritise the education of their children, noting that an educated society is better equipped for economic growth and social stability.
Eze Nwokocha also pledged his support for the activities of the students’ union, expressing confidence in the leadership and vision of those piloting the affairs of the association.
He commended the union for initiating projects aimed at supporting less privileged students in rural communities, describing the initiative as a commendable social responsibility effort that helps ease the burden on parents.
The royal father encouraged the union to sustain its commitment toward educational advancement and societal development.
Earlier, the President-General of the union, Barrister John Enyi, said the honour bestowed on Eze Nwokocha was in recognition of his commitment to peace, cultural preservation and community development.
Represented by the union’s Publicity Secretary, Comrade Echefu Raph, Enyi noted that the monarch’s peaceful disposition had positively impacted his community and urged other traditional rulers to emulate his leadership style by working closely with relevant stakeholders to promote peace and development.