Foundation launches library to tackle truancy in Adamawa community
By Talatu Maiwada
The Dr LEE Educational Foundation (DLEF) has inaugurated a library in Bare Community, Numan Local Government Area of Adamawa, as part of efforts to reduce truancy among underprivileged children.
Mrs Michele Justin, the Executive Director of DLEF, U.S., made this known during the launch of the “Pages of Hope Library” on Monday in Bare.
Justin said the initiative was inspired by her desire to improve access to education in the community, which is the ancestral home of her husband.
She expressed concern over the state of education in Bare, noting the lack of textbooks, insufficient number of teachers, and irregular school attendance among pupils.
“In the U.S., schools are equipped with learning materials and children are in class from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., which is not the case here.
“This project is our way as a family to contribute to their educational journey. It is the first of many educational projects we hope to do across Adamawa State, God willing.
“My appeal to the community is to safeguard this facility, use it wisely, and encourage both children and adults to access knowledge through it,” she said.
Also speaking, Dr Lydia Adamu, the Chairperson of the DLEF Nigeria, said the foundation, established in 2021, has carried out several educational interventions, beyond the commissioning of the Pages of Hope Library.
According to her, the library is stocked with books by Nigerian and international authors, alongside computers to enhance digital literacy among children.
“In 2023, the foundation distributed school bags and writing materials to 400 pupils and sponsored 26 students under the Wise Kids Initiative.
“In 2024, it launched the ‘Educate to Elevate’ Teacher Empowerment Initiative to support educators in the region,” she added.
Also speaking, the Hama Bachama, Dr Daniel Ismaila, commended the foundation’s philanthropic gesture.
Represented by Dr Aguso Bamaiyi, District Head of Gyawana, the traditional ruler emphasised that education remains the backbone of any society.
“Education allows individuals and communities to reach their full potential; I encourage all age groups to make use of this library and protect it for future generations.
“I also urge sons and daughters of Bare, Numan LGA, and Adamawa to support this effort through donations of books, computers, and furniture among others,” he said.
In her remarks, Mrs Kate Mamuno, Member, Adamawa State House of Assembly (Demsa Constituency), lauded the initiative, particularly because it was led by a woman.
“As a legislator, we will work with the foundation as an institution to replicate similar projects in other communities to boost education across the state,” Mamuno said.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that highlights of the event included cultural performances and donations to the library for sustainability. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Sadiya Hamza
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