Int’l Education Day: I’ll Retire A Teacher, Says Obi

Former governor of Anambra state, Peter Obi, on Friday reaffirmed his belief in transformative power of education to drive development and innovation.

Obi, who stated this while addressing students of Dennis Memorial Grammar School (DMGS), Onitsha during his visit to the institution, challenged the students to take their studies seriously.

He described education as the currency for their success in life, saying he desired to retire as a teacher to enable him continue to impact lives.

He said: “Today is International Day of Education. I was wondering what to do to mark the day until I remember that your school will be 100years tomorrow.

“I decided to spend time with SS3 students to teach them.

“You people are privileged to be in this school. The most important thing in your life is education.

“The most important thing of any society is education. Education is your currency for success.

“You’re all potential leaders of tomorrow, but you need education to make it happen.

“I was like you yesterday not knowing what the future would look like.

“Today I’m an alumnus of major schools across the world.

“Yet I wasn’t one of the best students. I came to encourage you to aspire to attain the highest.

“Your teachers are here to mould you. Respect them.

“Soon, your name will heard and we will be coming to fill form to see you. That’s what education does.”

Obi also visited Community Primary School and Our Lady of Lourdes Secondary School, all in Nmiata-Anam, a community he described as close to his heart.

He recalled how, during his gubernatorial campaign, he had travelled to the town by boat due to lack of accessible roads.

“I had promised the community a bridge and road network, and today, I’m proud to note that the promise had been fulfilled, connecting the area to the rest of the state.”

While interacting with students in the area, Obi emphasised the critical role of education in shaping their futures, pledging continued support for the schools.

Responding, Principal, DMGS, Ven. Chigozie Anieto commended Obi for his concern for humanity, praying God’s continued blessings upon him.

The Nation