Ex-Minister urges greensprings to embrace diligence, morality

Former Minister Osita Chidoka advised Greensprings School students pursuing their IB Diploma to prioritize wisdom, diligence, and a strong moral compass, with a focus on fearing God as a guiding force.

While addressing the graduating class of 36 IB Diploma students at Greensprings School, Osita Chidoka urged them to hold fast to the values of wisdom, hard work, and strong moral principles, underscoring the importance of good character in achieving enduring success.

He said, “Use the “Chidoka Principles,” as follows, Uche (wisdom), Uchu (diligence), and Egwuchukwu (morality and fear of God) to guide your future endeavours.”

Chidoka in a statement made available to The PUNCH, advocated for Nigeria’s adoption of the IB Diploma programme, suggesting a re-evaluation of the current 6-3-3-4 system.

“The IB Diploma curriculum has strengths in fostering critical thinking, global awareness, and comprehensive education and it is an international gold standard in education that encourages independent thinking and prepares students for success in top universities.

“The IB Diploma programme is widely acclaimed as the gold standard of education worldwide, encouraging students to be independent thinkers.

Top universities around the world seek out IB Diploma graduates for the high level of college preparedness that the program instils in its students,” Chidoka stated.

He emphasised the significance of creating an environment where students can develop their potential and contribute meaningfully to society.

The statement revealed that besides their academic achievement, some IB Diploma graduates received multiple scholarship awards from esteemed universities in Europe and North America.

The impressive sum of over $12 million in scholarships earned by the 36 graduates serves as a powerful endorsement of the program’s ability to prepare students for achievement in academia and beyond.