Nigerian Concord Newspaper
The Deputy Spokesman, 10th House of Representatives, Dr. Philip Agbese has expressed his is outrage and deep displeasure by the malicious burning of two blocks of classrooms at UBE JSS Ugwu Okpoga and Government Secondary School, both in Okpoga, Okpokwu Local Government.
This was made known in a press statement signed by the Media Office of the Benue federal lawmakers.
The statement reads:
This dastardly act is not only an affront to the educational aspirations of young children but also a slap in the face of our collective humanity. The Enone Servant, Rep. Philip Agbese, strongly condemns this heinous crime and demands that the security agencies leave no stone unturned in unraveling the mystery behind this senseless destruction.
The fact that this is the second such incident in a matter of weeks suggests that a sinister force is hell-bent on undermining the educational foundation of children. Hon. Agbese assures the good people of his constituency that he will not rest until the perpetrators are brought to justice and the damaged schools are rebuilt.
As a champion of education, Hon. Agbese has always prioritised the educational empowerment of his constituents. He believes that education is the key to unlocking the potential of young children and transforming the fortunes of his constituency.
In the face of this senseless destruction, Hon. Agbese remains resolute in his commitment to education. He promises to work tirelessly with the relevant authorities, parents, and the community to ensure that the damaged schools are rebuilt within the next one year.
We shall demonstrate to the perpetrators that no one can defeat the future of these children. Within the next 90 days, our team will break ground on a brand-new, state-of-the-art school facility that will provide these kids with a safe, modern, and conducive learning environment.
Let this incident strengthen our resolve to protect the future of children. Thank you.