In a commendable demonstration of private-sector commitment to social development, the Adejoro Care Foundation, through a strategic partnership with Great Leaderfield Academy, Gowon Estate, has announced a full primary education scholarship for a young and vulnerable resident, Adams Joy. The initiative once again underscores the growing role of non-governmental actors in addressing Nigeria’s persistent educational inequality.
The scholarship, personally granted by the Foundation’s Director and Founder, Hon. Adejoro John Ibijemilusi, will see Adams Joy complete her entire primary education at Great Leaderfield Academy, located at 13 Prince Anisere Close, Gowon Estate. Joy, who resides at 311 Road, Gowon Estate, is described as a vulnerable child whose educational journey faced uncertainty due to financial constraints.
Speaking through the Foundation, Hon. Adejoro reiterated a belief that has become central to the organisation’s philosophy: “When you educate a girl, you educate a nation.” According to him, the intervention goes beyond the payment of school fees; it is a deliberate effort to break intergenerational cycles of poverty and empower a young girl with the knowledge, confidence and opportunity to build a meaningful future.
The comprehensive nature of the scholarship is particularly noteworthy. By covering Joy’s full primary education, the Foundation provides not only academic access but also stability—an often-overlooked factor in educational success for children from vulnerable backgrounds. This long-term approach reflects a deeper understanding of the systemic challenges facing disadvantaged families.
Adejoro Care Foundation has, over time, positioned girl-child education as a core pillar of its vision for a more equitable society. In a country where access to quality basic education remains uneven, especially for girls, such targeted interventions offer practical solutions and serve as a model for other philanthropic and community-based organisations.
The partnership with Great Leaderfield Academy further highlights the importance of collaboration between foundations and private educational institutions in expanding access to learning. It demonstrates how shared values and local engagement can translate into tangible outcomes for communities.
As Adams Joy embarks on this new chapter, the Foundation has expressed optimism about her future and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting more students within Gowon Estate and beyond. For residents and observers alike, the gesture is a reminder that meaningful change often begins with focused action at the community level.
More information about the Foundation and its initiatives can be found at www.adejorocarefoundation.o
