On Wednesday, November 13th, 2023; Polaris Bank further demonstrated its commitment to advancing girl child education in Nigeria by generously donating educational materials to public secondary school students in Imo State in partnership with Evolve Charity.
Over 500 students at Akokwa High School, Iheme; Memorial School; and National High School, Aro Ndi Uzoogu, all in Imo State, received necessary school supplies from Polaris Bank as part of its ongoing “Girl-Child Education Project”and in accordance with its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) framework.
In keeping with the United Nations Childrens Fund (UNICEF), International Day of the female (IDG), the donation, which includes school uniforms, school bags, sandals, and a variety of writing supplies, aims to empower and support female children through education. This program is evidence of Polaris Bank’s commitment to promoting constructive community change.
Nwokoro Ifeyinwa, Business Development Manager, Polaris Bank, Urualla Branch, who spoke at the event, highlighted the transformative power of education. “In the pursuit of knowledge, we find the key to unlocking boundless opportunities. At Polaris Bank, we believe that supporting the education of the girl-child is not just a noble cause, but a strategic investment in shaping leaders and change-makers. Our collaboration with Evolve Charity is a step towards fostering a future where every girl can dream without limits and achieve without boundaries”, she said.
Agodi Blessing, a student of Akokwa High School, extended her gratitude. “We extend a heartfelt thank you to Polaris Bank and Evolve Charity Trust for this generous act of charity to us. Recognizing that one of the global issues is climate change, and to address this, providing free education to the girl child is crucial. On behalf of all the girls, I say a big thank you for these gifts and the valuable opportunity youve given us this afternoon,” she said.
On behalf of the school administration and the students, the principals of the benefiting schools also sent their sincere gratitude, highlighting the initiative’s beneficial effects on the students’ academic growth.
Polaris Bank is steadfast in its commitment to create a future in which empowerment is sparked by education. The Bank is a shining example of digital excellence that are constantly redefining industry norms and changing the face of the Nigerian economy. Polaris Bank is eager to support additional ground-breaking projects that improve communities and open doors to a better future in partnership with Evolve Charity.
