- Who: NAFOWA (Nigerian Air Force Officers’ Wives Association)
- What: Donated school supplies and paid school fees
- Where: Junior Secondary School, Asokoro, Abuja
- Why: To celebrate International Day of Education and support needy students
- Impact: Helping students overcome challenges and create opportunities
NAFOWA Celebrates Education with a Generous Heart
In a heartwarming display of support for education, the Nigerian Air Force Officers Wives Association (NAFOWA) recently visited Junior Secondary School, Asokoro, Abuja. The occasion? To shower indigent students with much-needed educational materials in honor of the 2025 International Day of Education.
What Did NAFOWA Donate?
Imagine the excitement as students received:
- Shiny new school bags
- Lots of writing materials to take notes
- Essential textbooks
- Wait for it… Cheques to cover their school fees!
Why Education Matters, According to NAFOWA
Mrs. Rakiya Abubakar, the President of NAFOWA, emphasized the importance of education. “Education,” she said, “is the key to unlocking a bright future. It equips you with the tools to conquer challenges, think critically, solve problems, and create opportunities – not just for yourselves, but for your community and the world!”
A Message of Empowerment
Mrs. Abubakar had some powerful words for the students: “Never let anyone tell you that you can’t succeed. You are strong, you are capable, and you are full of potential!” Now that’s the kind of encouragement we love to hear!
Extending a Helping Hand Beyond the Barracks
NAFOWA isn’t just focused on their own. As a non-governmental organization, they felt it was important to reach out to neighboring communities and encourage students to pursue their education. They already support students in military schools but wanted to do more!
Principal Overjoyed by NAFOWA’s Kindness
Malam Jafaru Madaki, the school’s principal, was beaming with gratitude. He thanked NAFOWA for choosing his school and highlighted how the donations would directly help students whose parents struggle to afford basic school supplies. He said that paying the school fees for some students will make a huge difference in their lives
The Impact
NAFOWA’s donation shows how important it is to invest in the next generation. By providing resources and encouragement, they’re helping these students reach their full potential. This act of kindness will have a lasting impact on the lives of these students and the community as a whole.