The Denam Charity Foundation, the corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm of Denam Group, has awarded two-year scholarships to 30 students of Government Day Secondary School, Dutse Alhaji, Abuja, in a move aimed at improving access to education for children from underserved communities.
The scholarship programme, the foundation’s first education-focused initiative, will cover the beneficiaries’ school fees for the next two years, helping to reduce the financial burden on their families.
A total of 50 students sat for the scholarship examination, with 30 emerging successful. The remaining 20 students also received consolation prizes in recognition of their participation.
Speaking at the presentation ceremony, Dr. Igwemezie, founder of the foundation, encouraged the students to see education as the foundation for a better future.
Drawing from his own experience of rising from humble beginnings to earning four university degrees and holding leadership positions in global companies, he said education had transformed his life.
“Education is the most transformative force for personal growth and development,” he said. “It changed my life, and it can change yours too.”
He urged the students to remain focused and committed to their studies, noting that the scholarship was an opportunity to pursue their dreams.
“You have the vehicle that will take you to a brighter future. It is now up to you to work hard and make your dreams a reality,” he said.
The foundation said the scholarship programme is part of its broader CSR strategy, which also focuses on healthcare outreach and youth empowerment.
It added that the initiative is designed to be sustainable and will be expanded to reach more communities in the coming years.
Balogun Emmanuel, principal of Government Day Secondary School, welcomed the intervention, describing it as timely support for students and the school community. He also highlighted some of the school’s pressing needs, including an examination hall and photocopying machines, while expressing appreciation to the foundation for investing in education.
One of the scholarship beneficiaries, Aliye Mohamed Mubarak, said receiving the award had strengthened his determination to succeed academically.
“I was excited when I heard about the scholarship examination,” he said. “My mother encouraged me to take part, and I worked hard to prepare. Winning the scholarship has motivated me to do even better in school.”
The scholarship presentation coincided with this year’s Children’s Day celebration, underscoring the foundation’s commitment to expanding educational opportunities and supporting the development of young people through private sector-led social investment.
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