Taiwo Oyedele, chairman of the presidential committee on fiscal policy and tax reforms, says a N500 scholarship from his village association played a decisive role in his educational journey.
Oyedele spoke in Akure on Monday during a public lecture
organised as part of activities marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of
Ondo state.
The fiscal policy expert described himself as a proud son of
Ondo state from Ikaram-Akoko, attributing his success to the collective spirit
of his community.
“My own journey, like that of many sons and daughters of this great state, is a product of these core values and the deep-seated sense of community. I stand here today as a proud son of Ondo state from Ikaram-Akoko,” he said.
“I recall a moment that cemented my belief in our collective
spirit — the N500 scholarship from my village association 35 years ago.
“That modest sum helped me register for my final secondary
school examination. Without it, it is unlikely that I would be speaking to you
today.
“This anecdote underscores a powerful truth — our strength
lies in our community, our willingness to lift each other up, and our
unwavering belief that greatness can emerge from anywhere, with just a little
support and an unstoppable determination.”
Oyedele announced a scholarship of up to N500,000 for the
best graduating final-year student in every public secondary school in the
state.
“As a gesture of my gratitude, and hopefully to inspire
others, I am announcing a scholarship of up to N500,000 to cover the final
examinations of the best final-year student in every public secondary school
graduating this Golden Jubilee year across the state,” he added.
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