Bayelsa comedian and event host, Ebitimi Ogoniba popularly known as MC Senibo, has paid WAEC registration fees for 157 secondary school students.
Senibo who made this known via a post on his social media handles said beneficiaries were drawn from Odioama and Okpoama communities in Brass Local Government Area.
He said, “By the special grace of God, I am delighted to announce that I have successfully completed the payment of WAEC registration fees for a total of 157 students from our dear communities of Odioama and Okpoama communities in Brass local government area of Bayelsa state.
“The breakdown of the beneficiaries is as follows:
“1. Government Secondary School, Okpoama—74 students
“2. Community Secondary School, Okpoama—30 students (out of a total of 43 eligible students whose fees were covered in this phase)
“3. Community Secondary School, Odioama—53 students.”
He noted that the initiative represents his personal contribution and commitment to supporting and promoting quality education among young people in the communities.
While he averred that education remains the most powerful tool for empowerment, progress, and breaking the cycle of poverty, the celebrated entertainer said “by removing the financial barrier to WAEC registration, I hope to enable these students to sit for their examinations with confidence and focus on their studies, paving the way for brighter futures for themselves, their families, and our entire kingdom.”
MC Senibo expressed gratitude to God for the resources and the heart to give back to society.
He further encouraged all stakeholders—parents, teachers, community leaders, and the students themselves—to ensure full participation and preparation for the upcoming examinations.
