The Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Germany, Senator Ita Solomon Enang, has paid a felicitation visit to Miss Miracle Paulinus, a student of the Federal College of Education, Ididep (FCEI), who emerged winner of the Zonal and National Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union (COEASU) scholarship competition.
The envoy used the visit on Thursday to celebrate the institution’s growth. He also congratulated the award-winning student, describing her victory as a reflection of the quality of teaching and knowledge imparted to students by the College.
He stated that the visit was necessary to celebrate the progress of the young institution which he described as his brainchild, as well as encourage Miss Paulinus and other students to remain focused on their academic pursuit.
The Ambassador noted that it was no mean feat for a student of the new College to emerge winner among students from older Colleges of Education across the country. He therefore extended his congratulations to the winner, Management, Governing Council, staff and students of the institution.
Senator Enang further expressed gratitude that FCE, Ididep had made not only its Management but also the Akwa Ibom State Government and the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, proud, adding that such achievements provide further justification for sustained government funding and support.
He urged the students to remain confident and dedicated to excellence wherever they find themselves, encouraging them to let their talents and abilities shine for the world to recognise.
He also called on parents and prospective students to consider enrolling their wqrds at the College, stressing that the school has qualified teaching staff that are equipped to nurture students and bring out the best in them.
In his response, the Registrar of the College, Mr Daniel Awowo, thanked Senator Enang for the visit and for his continued support towards the growth and development of the institution.
Mr Awowo described the Ambassador as a true son of the soil, acknowledging his vital role in the establishment of the College and the commencement of its academic activities in 2025, as well as his sustained commitment to its progress.
He prayed for God’s continued blessings upon Senator Enang and assured him that the Management, staff and students would remain committed to working collectively towards the growth and success of the institution.
Earlier in her remarks, Miss Miracle Paulinus expressed gratitude to God for her victory in the competition and appreciated Senator Enang for the visit, encouragement and support.
She also thanked the Management, staff and her fellow students for celebrating her win, while pledging to continue to uphold the image of the College and continue to serve as a worthy ambassador of the institution.
