Renowned journalist and media strategist, Emeka Monye, has launched an annual award of N1 million for the best-performing student in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in Anambra State.
The award, aimed at promoting academic excellence, is open to all Anambra students who sat for the WAEC examination.
Monye, who is the Anambra State Correspondent for ARISE TV, said the initiative is part of his efforts to give back to the society and encourage students to strive for excellence.
The award winner will be selected based on their performance in the WAEC examination, and the announcement is expected to be made soon.
The Anambra State Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, has welcomed the initiative, describing it as a great motivator for students to excel academically.
She urged other well-meaning individuals to emulate Monye’s good gesture, which will make a significant impact in the education sector.
The award, which commences in the 2026 academic session and runs through to 2035, is expected to be presented annually in the sum of N1 million for the next ten years.
Monye has called on other stakeholders to join him in promoting education and academic excellence in the state and country as a whole.
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