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Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), has approved N280.3 million in scholarship funding for 13,946 indigent students at all levels of education in the city.

Danlami Hayyo, the mandate secretary at the education secretariat of the FCT administration, confirmed this on Thursday.

Hayyo spoke during the inauguration of the accelerated rehabilitation of 19 public schools across the FCT.

The inauguration held at the School of the Gifted, Gwagwalada.

Hayyo explained that the amount was for new and existing indigent students in different schools and at different levels of learning.

He said the minister has also resuscitated the school sports festival which was abandoned 25 years ago.

The mandate secretary said the goal is to enhance FCT learning environments and promote excellence.

Hayyo said the FCT is looking to ensure that students and teachers have access to quality facilities.

“It is about laying a foundation for a brighter future for our children,” Hayyo said.

“We are reaffirming our commitment to ensuring that every child in the FCT has access to quality education; to a safe and stimulating learning environment, where they can grow, thrive and transform into the leaders of tomorrow.

“Let us reflect on the importance of our mission; let us be inspired by the potential impact of our collective efforts.

“Let us look forward to the successful completion of the project as we continue to work towards a brighter and more prosperous future.”