Senator empowers 34 law students with N8.5m grants in Cross River State

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Senator empowers 34 law students with N8.5m grants in  Cross River State

The Senator representing Cross River Central Senatorial District, SenEteng Williams, has empowered 34 law graduates with N8.5m grants.

Speaking during the presentation on Tuesday in Calabar, Senator Williams said the initiative aims to ease the financial burden of law school and increase the chances of success for aspiring lawyers from the district.

The beneficiaries hail from various Local Government Areas in Cross River Central and graduated from different universities across the country.

He said "Many students face serious financial challenges that can derail their dreams. This support is to ensure they focus on their studies, pass the bar finals in one sitting, and return to serve their people.

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"Last year, we supported 21 students with N200,000 each. This year, considering the rising cost of living, we increased the amount to N250,000 per student", he added.

Eteng stated "I urge the beneficiaries to be studious and remain prayerful, emphasising that their success would not only benefit them individually but also the larger community."

"If you graduate and start practising, don't forget your people and your constituency. I believe one day, you'll come back to help others," he added.

While each beneficiary received a grant of N250,000 to assist with tuition and living expenses during the mandatory one-year professional legal training, Eteng also hinted that a broader local scholarship program for postgraduate would soon commence

Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Mr. Tasen Arthur Egbe, a law graduate from the University of Calabar, described the grant as " a miracle," given the financial strain that often accompanies law school enrollment.

"This gesture shows that we have a Senator who truly believes in empowering the youth and promoting educational advancement", he disclosed.

"We commend Senator Williams for facilitating both local and foreign scholarships for students in the senatorial district," he added.
from Punch Nigeria

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