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By Martin Anguyo Arua City A concerning trend has emerged in West Nile, where none of the region's students have qualified for the government's free scholarship for the year 2025. This revelation has sparked worry among education stakeholders, including Morris
By Martin Anguyo
Arua City
A concerning trend has emerged in West Nile, where none of the region's students have qualified for the government's free scholarship for the year 2025. This revelation has sparked worry among education stakeholders, including Morris Candia, a lecturer at Muni University.
According to Candia, the lack of scholarship winners from West Nile is a stark indicator of the region's declining education standards, emphasizing the need for parents to prioritize education. "Parents must take an active role in supporting their children's education, ensuring they attend school regularly, complete their assignments, and strive for academic excellence," he urged.
Joel Afeku, an educationist, shares similar concerns and suggests that, the government should consider offering scholarships at the primary or secondary level to incentivize learners to work harder. "By providing scholarships earlier in their educational journey, students will be motivated to perform better and increase their chances of securing these awards," Afeku explained.
The concerns raised highlight the need for a multifaceted approach to address West Nile's education challenges and by providing targeted support and incentives, the government and stakeholders can work together to improve academic outcomes and empower the region's students to reach their full potential.
COVER PHOTO: Muni University, the only government university in the region that also has slots for free schorlaships Courtesy photo