A retired Nigerian headteacher’s passion for education and a little-known school in Ogun State are now shining examples of how the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is changing lives—one classroom at a time. 🌍✨
Meet Mrs. Akinboade Yetunde Abimbola, a former headteacher at the China-Nigeria Friendship Model School, who devoted 12 years to nurturing young minds in Igbesa village. Established in 2012, the school’s motto—“Knowledge Is Pride”—reflects its mission to empower students through education. Even after retirement, Mrs. Akin couldn’t stay away. During a recent visit, she marveled at the school’s thriving campus and disciplined students, a testament to the lasting impact of Sino-Nigerian collaboration. 📖💡
The Ogun Guangdong Free Trade Zone, a BRI-linked project, has transformed Igbesa into a hub of opportunity. Locals say the school has become a cornerstone of the community, blending Nigerian resilience with Chinese infrastructure support. 🏫🌱
Directed by filmmakers from China and Nigeria, this story is part of the documentary series Rising with Pride, celebrating BRI’s 10th anniversary. Liberia National Television (LNTV) will also broadcast the episode, spreading this cross-continental success story far and wide. 🎥🌟
From textbooks to trade zones, the BRI’s “people-first” approach is proving that connectivity isn’t just about roads and ports—it’s about building bridges between cultures and generations. 🌉❤️
