The 1994 graduating class of Federal Government College (FGC) Wukari, Taraba State, has donated a modern water facility to the school for the use of both staff and students.
This initiative was driven by the rising concerns over poor water supply in the college. The project, brought to fruition through the contributions of the 1994 alumni who have since established themselves in various fields, was officially handed over to the school management on August 24, 2024, by representatives of the class.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, Professor Shishi Zhema, the current Vice-Chancellor of Kwararafa University, Wukari and a member of the 1994 class, reflected on their experiences as students at FGC Wukari. "When we were here, water was a significant challenge for us. We had to go to great lengths just to access clean water. That’s why we felt that addressing the water issue is a major priority for FGC and its host community. This is just the beginning; more contributions from our set are on the way."
Professor Zhema, while handing over the project, appealed to the school management to maintain the facility properly, emphasizing that the 1994 class wanted to give current students a better opportunity to focus on their studies without being distracted by water shortages that have been the challenge in the past. The entire project, which cost 4.8 million naira, was funded by contributions from the surviving members of the 1994 class, despite some of their peers having passed away.
Representing the school management, the Chairman of the College Board of School (CBS), Prince Danladi Ahmadu, expressed deep appreciation for the timely intervention which he tagged as 'giving from the point of need'. He noted that the water facility would greatly benefit the students and encouraged other alumni sets to follow the example set by the 1994 class.
In his remarks, the Vice Chairman of the Parents and Teachers Association (PTA), Mr. Nandom Bulus Ishaya, lauded the 1994 class for addressing a long-standing need. "Water is life and access to clean water is essential to the overall well-being of the students. We are grateful for this significant contribution and hope other alumni will also contribute to improving the school’s facilities."
Dr. Atando Dauda Agbu, another key member of the 1994 class who played a vital role in the project's construction, expressed his gratitude for the cooperation and support from his classmates. He reminded all past students that FGC Wukari is the foundation of their life’s journey, and giving back to the school is a meaningful way to honor that legacy.
The newly installed water facility features two overhead Geepee tanks, one motorized electric-powered boreholes and six supply taps, providing a sustainable solution to the water needs of the college community.
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