Be true ambassadors

As they depart for their International Baccalaureate Diploma in some of the United World Colleges scattered across the world, 11 students have been counselled to be good ambassadors of Nigeria.At the orientation for the students who won scholarships to attend the colleges at the St Nicholas House, Lagos Island, the Information and Welfare Officer of the United World Congress, Mrs. Comfort Coleman, told them they could be true ambassadors by showcasing Nigerias rich culture.Although we have our problems, but there are many positive things, stories opportunities and potentials to share about Nigeria to the rest of the world without undermining your academic performance, she said.She, however, cautioned the students to shun bad behaviour and ungodly associations that could truncate their ambitions.She lamented that many promising children have lost focus of their dreams in life because they ignore wise counsel from their parents, guardian and mentors.We all make choices in life but we must always remember that we will all bear the consequences of our choices and actions whether it is a good choice or a bad one, she said.Speaking on the UWC scholarship programe, Mrs Coleman said it is aimed at making education a force to unite people, nations, and cultures for peace and sustainable future.We inspire our alumni to become leaders in social responsibility and achieve change personally, locally, nationally and internationally. We value our strong academic achievement but also work more broadly on developing the knowledge, values and skills that will shape our students as well rounded people, she said.After completing the IB programme, Mrs Coleman said many of the students often get admissions and scholarships into the best universities around the world.To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must be between 16 and 19; get an endorsement from their principal, write an essay, examination and do an interview.The UWC are in the United States South Africa, Canada, Italy, whales, Scotland, Lesotho, among others.One of the students who got a full scholarship, Marvelous John said: I promise to be a true ambassador of Nigeria. I will not let Nigeria down but I would ensure that I put Nigeria on the map by showcasing our rich values, culture and tradition.]]>
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