Calabar, Cross River – Andiong Otu, an aspiring engineering professional is set to embark on a Master’s degree in Engineering Management at St. Cloud State University, Minnesota, USA – thanks to the intervention of Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong.
The scholarship intervention was secured through the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), a Committee the Senator Chairs in the 10th Senate. Before now Senator Ekpenyong had secured several such scholarships to many young Cross Riverians to pursue their life’s aspirations abroad.
Otu expressed profound gratitude to Senator Ekpenyong, noting his “thoughtful intervention and unwavering support” in making this educational pursuit a reality. “Senator Asuquo Ekpeyong’s commitment to youth development and education is not just commendable, it is deeply inspiring,” Otu stated. “He has shown that true leadership is measured not only by the positions one holds, but by the lives one uplifts.”
This scholarship is seen as a pivotal step for Otu, who is determined to maximize the opportunity not only for personal growth but also as an inspiration for other young people. “This opportunity is a door to a new world of possibilities and I am determined to make the most of it not just for myself, but for the many young people looking up to leaders like you,” Otu added, thanking the Senator for believing in his potential.
