Governor Chukwuma Soludo has approved ₦6.154 billion as counterpart funding for Anambra State’s Universal Basic Education (UBE) grants for the years 2022 to 2024.
This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by Dr Vera Nwadinobi, Chairperson of the Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB).
Nwadinobi stated that the release of the funds would enable the state to access an equal matching grant from the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC).
With the matching grant, UBEC is expected to provide ₦12.308 billion for a new round of UBE intervention projects across the state.
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According to her, the planned projects include the construction of new classrooms, renovation of existing ones, and the supply of desks and chairs to schools.
Water and sanitation facilities will also be installed in primary and junior secondary schools across various communities.
The funds will further support school fencing, provision of ICT tools, and the supply of agricultural and sports equipment.
“These initiatives are intended to create a more conducive environment for teaching and learning in our schools,” Nwadinobi stated.
She expressed gratitude to the governor for his continued support and commitment to advancing quality education in Anambra State.
