Shun internet fraud, vote wisely, child’s rights NGO boss tells A’Ibom college students

The President and Chief Executive Officer of the Child’s Rights and Rehabilitation Network, Sam Itauma, has advised students of the Kingdom Life College of Education, located in Eket, Akwa Ibom State, to take their studies seriously and shun social vices such as cultism and internet fraud, popularly known as Yahoo Yahoo. He also encouraged them to participate actively in the democratic process by voting for leaders committed to improving citizens’ lives and rejecting politicians who exploit them with temporary incentives during elections. A statement issued in Uyo on Tuesday by the institution’s Press Directorate said Itauma gave the advice in his keynote address during the institution’s matriculation ceremony held over the weekend. Itauma, who was honoured with the Distinguished Education Ambassador Award by the Kingdom Life College of Education, expressed gratitude to the institution for recognising his contributions to education and child welfare. “Take your studies seriously and strive to become shining stars and worthy citizens in society. Shun social vices such as cultism and internet fraud, popularly known as Yahoo Yahoo, which is becoming a growing menace in our society today. “At the same time, I encourage you to be active participants in the democratic process by voting for leaders committed to improving citizens’ lives and rejecting politicians who exploit them with temporary incentives during elections,” Itauma said. Related News Education strongest weapon against banditry, terrorism, say Uba Sani, others Varsities, polytechnics can tackle insecurity, says YABATECH council chair TETFund inaugurates 40-room hostels at Bauchi varsity Acknowledging the support of CRARN’s partners, Itauma highlighted the organisation’s efforts in providing thousands of scholarships to children in both secondary and tertiary institutions. In his remarks, the founder of KLCE, Dr Godwin Osung, commended Itauma’s dedication, noting that his scholarship initiatives have enabled hundreds of children to pursue higher education, with many already graduating from universities and colleges. He called on well-meaning individuals to emulate Itauma’s sterling example in advancing education. Pastor Akwaowo James delivered a lecture titled, “Transforming Society Through Effective Education” under the theme, “A Journey That Will Shape the Future of the Matriculating Student.” He described education as “the cultivation of wisdom, values, and skills that empower individuals to become agents of change,” stressing that effective education breaks the chains of ignorance, poverty and