Owalo offers scholarship to needy student

ICT Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo and David Odhiambo Muga at Maseno School. [Carol Radull/X]

He emphasized the value of education especially among children from humble backgrounds.

"In our view, education is a catalyst for transformative change, both at the personal and societal levels. Within the Eliud Owalo Foundation, we believe in its unparalleled power to shape a better future. Education stands as the great equalizer, breaking down barriers and leveling the playing field, regardless of one's age, circumstances, or socio-economic status." He stated.

The school's principal Peter Owino said the money covers school fees, development fees, parental support to the child of Sh2,000 per term, uniforms, games kits, a mattress and other consumables for one year.

David was accompanied to the school by his parents Ruth Addah Agola and Joseph Muga Owera and East Asembo sub location assistant chief Agnes Otieno who was tasked by the CS to trace the student and establish whether his case was genuine.

Ms Agola who was overwhelmed with joy thanked Owalo and described his gesture as a miracle.

"I thank God for today. Truly if you believe in God, nothing is impossible, I had nowhere to go to, I have been praying for God's intervention and surely he has answered my prayers. I'm praying for CS Owalo so that he can continue to support many others who are in a similar situation," she said.

David who aspires to be a neurosurgeon promised to work hard in school.

"I thank the CS for offering to pay my school fees. I'm going to do my best in class. I want to be a neurosurgeon," he said.