Africa-Press – Namibia. THE adage “not all heroes wear capes” is true.
This remark surely relates to Usko Nghaamwa, the former governor of Ohangwena, who persisted to make sure that a Namibian child is given a nice environment to grow up in and pursue their education.
The Omugwelume Secondary School chose to honour Usko Nghihepavali (UN) Nghaamwa despite the fact that he was not receiving any compensation for the assistance he provides to a Namibian youngster.
This was done at the recommendation of the school board, teachers, and parents.
This is merely done to serve as a reminder of the assistance Nghaamwa has provided to the school since 2017 when he decided to take it upon himself to help the school in whatever manner he could.
Along with the renaming, the 256-learner school hostel was also officially handed over.
Nghaamwa has been dedicated to the education of a Namibian child, thus it is worth commemorating the milestone today, according to school principal George Nanghanda.
Nanghanda emphasised that the dream of the hostel is a brainchild of Nghaamwa when he visited the school in 2017 as the governor at the time.
Ever since Nghaamwa’s visit to their school, Nanghanda indicated that Nghaamwa’s support and assistance started pouring into the school to date.
“The decision was made in 2021 to have the school renamed and his name was overwhelmingly supported.
Nanghanda indicated that they followed all the procedures and in February this year they were given the approval letter.
The blessings, according to Nghaamwa, who accepted the renaming, should go to those who made it possible.
However, Nghaamwa reassured the audience that despite receiving this acclamation, he is still a regular community member who is just like everyone else.
“Even though I didn’t receive an education, I’m committed to making sure that Namibians are educated in all respects,” he said.
He then made plans to establish his education foundation in the future to help Africans everywhere and make sure they receive an education.
Nghaamwa emphasized the importance of promoting education throughout all of Africa, saying that they need more than ever to invest in education for the future generations.
Anna Nghipondoka, minister of education, in a speech delivered on her behalf, said that contribution made by Nghaamwa goes unnoticed and highly appreciated.
Nghipondoka said that Nghaamwa is an outstanding leader, a son of the soil who not only has passion about education, but also diligently selflessly spearheads community development projects aimed at uplifting the lives of the Namibian people.
In 2022, Nghaamwa donated to various schools in Ohangwena Region school needs valued at over N$2.4 million.
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