The Senator representing Abia Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Theodore Ahamefule Orji has said that education is the bedrock of national growth and development.

The senator said this today at the International Conference Centre Umuahia in a ceremony announcing the award of N100,000 each to 240 undergraduates of Abia State origin, the sixth in its series.

Senator Orji said investment in education is never a waste but serves as a bedrock upon which nations grow and develop themselves saying the scholarship is to help youths remain focused on their academic dreams and help reduce the burdens cost of education thrusts on their families.

He urged students to take their academics seriously so as to achieve their dreams and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s progress.

The full list of beneficiaries of The Senator T.A Orji 6th Annual Scholarship Award is here.