A clergyman, Prophet Sam Olu Alo, has distributed over 2,500 free exercise books to underprivileged pupils in Ekiti state in anticipation of the Tuesday resumption.
Alo, who is the Planter of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Grace of Mercy Prayer Mountain Worldwide, stated that the initiative aims to support and contribute to the well-being of humanity in Nigeria, particularly in the state.
While distributing the exercise books in Ido-Ekiti, Ido/Osi Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Alo mentioned that the books are available to all pupils regardless of their religious affiliation, benefiting Christians, Muslims, and traditional worshipers alike.
He called on governments at all levels to prioritize funding for primary education, emphasizing that it forms the foundation of formal education that will produce future leaders.
Alo stressed the necessity of adequate government funding for education to support and empower young individuals and prevent their involvement in social vices in the future.
He expressed, “As a man of God, I don’t feel at ease if I haven’t brought happiness to someone in a day. It’s important to me that someone benefits from the resources given by God. This drives me to ensure that, at all costs, someone goes home happy every day, regardless of their religious affiliations.”
Alo questioned how a person who struggles to feed themselves can be expected to fund their children’s education.
Prophet Alo who recalled that he too had challenges in his early life while in primary school said he knew some parents would be having financial predicament and needed government and well-to -do individuals in the society to come and render assistance particularly in funding education.
He appealed to President Bola Tinubu and all Governor’s across the nation to intervene in education sector so as to alleviate suffering of Nigerians, particularly in time of the recent increase in the price of petrol.
He stressed the need for swift government action to address these pressing issues and to restore hope to the masses.
He urged President Tinubu to leverage his administration’s resources and expertise to implement effective solutions and take decisive steps towards revitalizing the economy, ensuring security, and improving the overall quality of life for Nigerians.
The cleric also felicitated with the Olojudo of Ido-Ekiti, and Chairman Council of Obas, Oba Ilori-Faboro on his 70th Birthday Celebrations, describing the monarch as a beacon of hope and wisdom.
Alo praised Oba Ilori-Faboro’s leadership and commitment to the development of his community, saying his selfless service and dedication to the well-being of his people are exemplary.
He however prayed for the monarch’s continued good health, wisdom, and long life, saying this milestone birthday will mark the beginning of greater accomplishments and blessings for him and his kingdom.
