A Non-Governmental Organization, Stanley Jegede Foundation (SJF), has joined in the campaign to reduce the high population of Nigerians who cannot read or write; especially in rural communities in the country.
The Foundation has announced a collaborative effort to create a Change Development Initiative, to procure books to establish and strengthen functional libraries within underserved communities.
The Executive Chairman of Stanley Jegede Foundation and Phase 3 Telecom, Mr Stanley Jegede, insisted that access to quality education is a fundamental right, not a privilege as the Foundation is all out to support every effort aimed at promoting literacy in Nigeria.
He said the Foundation through the partnership is committed to providing comprehensive literacy programmes that combine home-language classroom instruction with well-equipped libraries.
“By equipping these communities with essential learning resources, the foundation strives to cultivate a love for reading and enhance overall literacy skills.
“Strong literacy forms the bedrock of a well-rounded education, empowering individuals to pursue their aspirations and actively contribute to society.
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“At the Stanley Jegede Foundation, we believe that access to quality education is a fundamental right, not a privilege,” Jegede said.
He added, “Our partnership with Create that Change Development Initiative reflects this core value. By fostering literacy and providing children with the tools they need to succeed, we are not only investing in their future but also paving the way for a brighter future for Africa as a whole.
“Through this partnership, SJF aims to bridge the educational gap for children and young people residing in underserved areas,” he said.
“Stanley Jegede Foundation (SJF) is a non-governmental Organization with a mission to make good quality of life accessible to Africa’s less privileged people, especially children and youths, towards the achievement of their life or career goals.
“SJF’s principal objective remains working with relevant local and international partners, and stakeholders to achieve its vision of seeing the foundation’s beneficiaries equipped for their preferred future.’’
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