EYN President Commissions Gurku International School in Nasarawa

The President of EYN – Church of the Brethren in Nigeria, Rev. Dr. Daniel Y. C. Mbaya, has commissioned the Gurku International School in DCC Nasarawa, describing the institution as an investment in the future of Nigerian children.

The school was built with support from Covington Community Church in the United States. Its commissioning brought together church leaders, traditional and community leaders, education stakeholders and other guests.

The EYN Vice President, Rev. Nuhu Abbah Muttah, was among the senior church leaders present at the ceremony.

Gurku International School marks education milestone

Speaking at the event, Rev. Dr. Mbaya commended Covington Community Church for supporting the development of the school.

He said the project demonstrated the importance of partnerships between churches, communities and organizations committed to improving the lives of children.

The EYN President described education as an important foundation for developing responsible citizens and building peaceful communities.

He said the new institution should provide children with an environment where they can learn, develop their abilities and prepare for the future.

The ceremony featured prayers, goodwill messages and the formal dedication of the school.

Community members expressed appreciation to Covington Community Church and appealed for continued support to sustain and expand the institution.

Mbaya calls for protection of Nigerian children

The EYN President also used the occasion to speak about the security challenges facing Nigerian schoolchildren.

Rev. Dr. Mbaya commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for efforts towards the rescue of schoolchildren abducted in Oyo State.

He urged the Federal Government to sustain such efforts and strengthen security around schools and communities.

The EYN President further appealed to the government to intensify efforts to rescue the Mussa and Lassa schoolchildren.

He said the safety and freedom of abducted children should remain an urgent national priority.

According to Rev. Dr. Mbaya, insecurity must not prevent Nigerian children from accessing education.

He also stressed that protecting children requires the collective responsibility of government, communities, religious institutions and other stakeholders.

EYN President urges religious leaders to promote peace

Rev. Dr. Mbaya also called on Islamic cleric Sheikh Jingir to apologize over statements he described as hate speech.

He urged security agencies to take appropriate action if the cleric refused to apologize.

The EYN President called on religious leaders across Nigeria to use their influence to promote peace, tolerance and mutual respect.

He warned against public statements that could deepen religious or communal tensions.

At a time when Nigeria continues to face security and social challenges, Rev. Dr. Mbaya said both religious and political leaders have a responsibility to promote peaceful coexistence.

School reflects power of partnership

The commissioning of Gurku International School represents another step in the educational development of the Gurku community.

The project also highlights the potential impact of partnerships between EYN, local communities and international partners.

The ceremony concluded with prayers for the success of the school, its management, teachers and students.

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