The Ekiti State Women in Management (EKWIM) has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing future leaders through education and mentorship, reaching out to pupils of State Housing Estate Nursery and Primary School, Elemi, Afao Road, Ado-Ekiti.
The outreach, which featured motivational talks and the distribution of school bags, exercise books and other learning materials, was part of the organisation’s efforts to inspire young people and support their educational development.
Speaking at the event, EKWIM coordinator, Dr Olabisi Ogunmodede, said school outreach was one of the organisation’s key activities, providing an opportunity to give back to society, inspire young minds and encourage pupils to recognise their potential, regardless of their backgrounds.
She urged the pupils to remain focused on their education, cultivate good behaviour and avoid actions that could lead to conflict, emphasising that discipline and determination were essential to becoming successful individuals and responsible leaders.
Ogunmodede also encouraged them to participate actively in the programme, saying its lessons could help guide them towards achieving their ambitions.
She stressed that humble beginnings should not discourage the pupils from dreaming big and pursuing greater accomplishments.
In a presentation, Barrister Yetunde Kolawole assured the children that they had bright prospects if they remained committed to their education and personal development.
She observed that although many people desired success, not everyone was willing to make the sacrifices required to achieve it, adding that success depended on preparation, dedication, diligence, discipline and devotion to God.
Using a practical illustration, Kolawole said success did not come automatically, just as a ripe pawpaw did not simply fall into one’s hands.
She likened every child to a candle that needed to be lit to illuminate its surroundings, while describing children as seeds requiring proper nurturing by parents, teachers and society to develop and fulfil their potential.
The lawyer said this understanding informed EKWIM’s decision to invest in young people’s development through its school outreach initiative.
She urged the pupils to believe in themselves, maintain a positive outlook and approach the future with confidence and determination.
The headteacher of the school, Mrs Abiola Temitope Adeyemi, expressed appreciation to EKWIM for donating school bags, exercise books and other educational materials to the pupils.
Adeyemi said the intervention would strengthen teaching and learning, improve school attendance and retention, and ease the financial burden on parents.
She commended the organisation, under Ogunmodede’s leadership, for its commitment to promoting basic education and supporting pupils across Ekiti State.
The headteacher also thanked EKWIM for selecting the school as one of the beneficiaries of its intervention.
Speaking on behalf of the pupils, Aliyu Hasannat thanked the organisation for visiting the school and providing the learning materials.
The outreach underscored EKWIM’s commitment to supporting education, promoting character development and helping young people realise their potential as future leaders in Ekiti State.