Two beneficiaries of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Gbaramatu Kingdom sponsored 2026 Supplementary Educational Support Scheme (SESS) have thanked the Chairman, Comrade Oyinkuro Wazo Zikurebai, and other executive members for providing them with the opportunity to sit for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination after securing its free JAMB forms.

In a letter dated October 28, 2026, the beneficiaries, Samson Johnson and Olele Joseph, said the support helped them secure admission into Wigwe University in Isiokpo, Rivers State, to study Theatre Arts and Fine Arts.

They described the assistance as an important investment in the education and future of Ijaw youths, adding that they were grateful for the opportunity to pursue their academic ambitions.

"Your kindness, generosity, and commitment to the educational advancement of Ijaw youths have given us a valuable opportunity to pursue our academic dreams. We do not take this privilege for granted, and we are deeply grateful for your investment in our future.

"This support has brought us one step closer to achieving our ambition and contributing positively to our community kokodiagbene and society.

"We promise to remain focused, disciplined, and dedicated to our studies so that we can make you, our families, and the entire Ijaw community proud," they pledged.

The beneficiaries pledged to remain focused and dedicated to their studies and to contribute positively to their community, Kokodiagbene, and society.

They also prayed for continued wisdom, strength and good health for Zikurebai and his team as they serve and support the Ijaw people.