Council boss to build modern community library
Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State has reaffirmed its commitment to education, with plans to establish a modern community library at Igboukwu. Chairman, Dr Chibueze Ofobuike, who dropped the
- From Elekwachi Chinedum, Onitsha
Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State has reaffirmed its commitment to education, with plans to establish a modern community library at Igboukwu.
Chairman, Dr Chibueze Ofobuike, who dropped the hint during a visit to the proposed location of the library, said provision of access to education remained one of the most valuable investments government could make.
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He added: “The proposed facility will be a hybrid library, combining physical books with electronic learning resources, to enhance access to knowledge for students and residents.
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“The library will be beneficial to students during long holidays by providing access to books and study materials.
“Although the council is making progress in other sectors such as health care, security and infrastructure, education remains our top priority.”
Ofobuike said the council had renovated Nkpologwu community library as part of efforts to strengthen learning infrastructure in the area. Director, Anambra State Library Services, Mrs Obioma Obalum, described the project as a positive step toward community development.
Expressing optimism of immense benefits the library would be to students, researchers and residents, she urged them to take full advantage of the facility when completed.
