Ogun State
Senator Shuaibu Salisu, who represents Ogun Central, rewarded the top performers of the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) in Ogun State with cash and laptops.
During a ceremony held in the state, the senator presented the prizes to students who achieved the highest marks across Ogun’s secondary schools.
The cash awards and laptops were given as a recognition of academic excellence and to encourage further educational attainment among the youth.
SSCE is the national examination that marks the completion of secondary education in Nigeria and is used for university admission.
Details on the number of recipients and the exact amount of cash awarded were not disclosed in the announcement.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>