Xmas 9 Lessons & Carol: virtually impired student wins N100,000 Laptops for reciting bible verses

A visually impaired student of Ihogbe Junior Secondary School, Benin City Edo State, Balogun Emmanuel, yesterday, won a N100,000.00 from Governor Godwin Obaseki.

He also won two laptops from top government functionaries of the state after he recited verses of the Holy Bible and used three different voice keys to render songs at the maiden edition of 9 Lessions and Christmas carol organised by the state Ministry of Education.

The event was held at Imaguero College in Benin City to show love to students of Edo best an to share with them.

In a brief sermon titled ‘Make a Joyful Noise,’ Ven. Moses Onowhuke, urged christians to share love and add value to people’s lives in the spirit of the season.

He said “Christmas is a time to share love and happiness, as well as add value to people’s lives. I urge leaders from across the country never to use their positions to oppress the people.”

In her brief remarks, Commissioner for Education, Dr. Joan Oviawe, urged the students to show love to one another, adding that Christmas celebration is about love and sharing.

Thanking everyone present at the event, Dr. Oviawe, thanked Governor Obaseki for making education a priority in the state.

Present at the event are the state Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki; Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Osarodion Ogie; Deputy Speaker, Edo State House of Assembly, Roland Asoro among other top government functionaries.

Highlights of the event was special performances from various musical, dance and choreography groups from participating schools.