Govt, private, community partnership critical for driving development - Soludo

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By Madu Obi

Anambra State governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has said that government, private sector and community partnership is critical for driving development.

Speaking during the inauguration of the newly renovated St. Jude's Secondary School, Ihiala, Soludo also emphasized the urgent need for a comprehensive vision for educational reforms in Nigeria.

Highlighting the significance of collaboration,, the governor noted that human capital is the best investment, arguing that partnership drives development forward.

He expressed his administration's commitment to the Public-Private-Community Partnership (PPCP) policy, aimed at revitalizing the state's educational landscape, and commended the involvement of Keystone Bank in the project.

According to him, a broader understanding of education as a foundational element for societal progress is the way to go and urged other organizations to emulate Keystone Bank's leadership and commitment to public schools and laying the groundwork for more comprehensive support for educational initiatives across the nation.

Governor Soludo called on public-spirited individuals and organizations to "prioritize education and health," reinforcing that collective effort is essential for fostering a more equitable and just society.

Commending Soludo's efforts to enhance quality of education in the state, the Commissioner for Education, Professor Ngozi Chuma-Udeh noted that he has been instrumental in creating a state with the lowest number of out-of-school children in Nigeria.

She noted the "unprecedented accomplishments achieved within three years of Soludo's leadership" and affirmed that the project fully supports his PPCP initiative.

Chairman of the Board of Directors at Keystone Bank, Lady Ada Chukwudozie, described the project as a seed of hope, inspired by Governor Soludo's vision for education in Anambra State.

Also, the Managing Director of Keystone Bank, Mr. Imam Hassan explained that the initiative was carried out under the Keystone Bank Education Support Initiative, acknowledging the challenge of selecting a school amid the governor's extensive efforts across various institutions.

He added that the projects executed in the school include upgrade of the administration block, the school hall, ten classrooms, among other facilities, aimed at complementing the governor's work.

"Public-Private-Community Partnerships serve the public good," Hassan stated, encouraging all to make good use of the new facilities.