Uso Unity Forum North America donates 10,000 exercise books to schools

a remarkable demonstration of commitment to grassroots educational development, Uso Unity Forum North America has donated 10,000 exercise books to pupils and students across primary and secondary schools in Uso, Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State.

The presentation ceremony, which took place at the Oloba’s Palace, Uso, brought together community leaders, clergy, teachers, and students. Beneficiaries include pupils of St Andrew’s Anglican Primary School, St James’ Anglican Primary School, St Peter’s C&S Primary School, C.A.C Primary School, L.A Primary School, Oke-Odo, St James’ Primary School, Ago-Asolo, as well as students of Uso Grammar School.

The Oloba of Uso, Oba Engr. Ademola Adebiyi Oyinbade Olanipekun III, PhD, expressed profound gratitude to the Forum, describing the gesture as a testament to the enduring value Uso indigenes in the diaspora place on education. He emphasized that such initiatives would go a long way in easing the educational journey of young learners in the community.

Also speaking at the event, The Ven. Dr Olatunde Abiodun commended the Forum for its consistent contributions, stressing that education remains the bedrock of sustainable development. He prayed for divine protection for members of the Forum and for the progress of Uso indigenes both at home and abroad.

Principals, Teachers, Pupils, and Students of the beneficiary schools also expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Forum for the timely intervention.

Uso Unity Forum North America, comprising Uso indigenes residing in the United States, Canada and Mexico has made community development a tradition, with a particular focus on educational empowerment as a tool for a brighter future.