Running with the vision of “Impacting Society Differently”, the Dubri Timiyan Foundation, led by its Founder, Comrade Doubra Timiyan, successfully concluded its mentorship programme themed “Career Choice and its Effect on Rural Communities” with a tour of more than 30 schools across the local government areas of Warri South-West and Burutu in Delta State, and Sagbama and Ekeremor in Bayelsa State.

In an official statement signed by the Founder, Comrade Timiyan, and the Foundation's Secretary, Richard Edisemi Excel, "over nine thousand five hundred (9500) students across 34 schools" were reached during the six days working days schedule which ran from Monday, February 23, to Saturday, February 28, 2026.

◼️SCHOOLS VISITED

The schools visited in Warri South-West of Delta State are Ogbe-Ijoh Secondary School, Isaba Primary School, Isaba Secondary School, Pepe-ama Primary School, Kokodiagbene Secondary School, Ebiabu Primary School I, Ebiabu-Ama Primary School II, Fiyewei Primary School, Gbaraun Grammar School, Okerenkoko Primary School and Okerenkoko Secondary School.

Others are Jeijei Primary School, Uge Primary School, Zoualauwa iba Primary School, Opuedebubor Primary School, Okpeleama Primary School, Opuede Primary School. Additionally, schools in Benikrukru, Kenyagbene, Igoba, Tebujor, Ibafan and Ijaghala communities, all of Gbaramatu Kingdom, were also visited by the Foundation.

In Burutu LGA of Delta State, schools visited are Ayakoromo Grammar School, Burutu Grammar School, Sokebolou Secondary School, Torububou Primary School (Obotobo I), Demeateide Primary School (Obotobo II), Ogulagha Secondary School, and Benja Light Nursery and Primary School.

In Bayelsa State, schools the Foundation reached across to are Aghoro Primary School, Aghoro Secondary School, and Agge Community Secondary School.

◼️PURPOSE OF VISITS

According to its statement, "The program was organized to guide and inspire students, who often have limited access to career information, choice and course combination due to geographical and socio-economic challenges common in riverine areas. Many young people in these communities are talented and ambitious, but lack exposure to the wide range of career opportunities available to them."

"The program also served as an eye opener for students on self-realization, helping them to understand scope of studies and the needs and demands of our coastal region," it added on the objectives achieved.

◼️SHARED EXPERIENCE

The Foundation which said the tour was a success, attributed the outcome to the "immense cooperation from community leadership and management of the 34 schools visited".

Sharing the experience of the exercise, the Foundation stated that, "During the mentorship program, professionals and mentors from different fields interacted with over nine thousand five hundred students (9,500) across 34 schools, sharing their experiences and offering valuable advice on career development. 

"Participants were enlightened on skilled and unskilled professions such as medicine, engineering, entrepreneurship, education, technology, and public service. The mentors emphasized the importance of education, discipline, and determination in achieving career goals.

"One of the major highlights of the program was the interactive mentorship sessions where students were encouraged to ask questions about academic pathways, scholarships, skill development, and personal growth. These sessions helped students gain clarity about their interests and future aspirations," the statement added.

Touched by the lack of modern technological tool in some of the schools visited, the Foundation went out of its way to gift two of its Hewlett-Packard (HP) computers to the schools that had need.

"We perfectly understand the important of technology, so this prompted us to give our two set of modern HP computer to schools the need is great, to help equip them with basic knowledge on computers and further programs we will key into in the future," the statement revealed.

◼️PROGRAMME'S IMPACTS

"The program also stressed the importance of self-belief and resilience. Students were reminded that although riverine communities may face challenges such as limited infrastructure and access to resources, academic failure from the part of government and multinational, these obstacles should not prevent them from pursuing their dreams.

"The impact of the program was evident in the enthusiasm and renewed motivation of the participants. Many students expressed a better understanding of career choices and the steps needed to achieve their goals. Community leaders and educators also appreciated the initiative, recognizing its potential to transform lives and promote development within riverine communities," the statement noted.

◼️APPRECIATION TO STAKEHOLDERS, PARTNERS 

Expressing its appreciation to sponsor and partner, the Foundation hailed Tantita Security Service Nigeria Limited for not only providing "a working economy, but you are building managers of that economy". 

The Founder thanked the Chairman of the Dubri Timiyan Foundation Board of Trustees, High Chief (Engr.) Kestin Ebimorbowei Pondi, FNSE, and dedicated dedicate the success of the outreach to you. 

"Our dedicated team members and supporters of this initiative, we appreciate your tireless efforts. BeBlack, Tech is indeed the future. For the fatherly role, we are grateful to our Royal fathers," the Founder added.

"In conclusion, the mentorship program successfully lived up to its theme, 'Impacting Society Differently'," said Comrade Timiyan. “By empowering young people with knowledge, guidance, and inspiration, the initiative has taken an important step toward building a brighter future for riverine communities.”

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