Hon. (Dr) Maina Yaumi Delivers Keynote Address at FGGC Monguno Annual General Meeting & 30th Anniversary, Receives Award of Excellence
The Executive Secretary of the Borno State Education Trust Fund (ETF), Hon. (Dr) Maina Yaumi, has delivered a keynote address at the Annual General Meeting of the Federal Government Girls’ College (FGGC) Monguno Old Students Association, held in conjunction with the 30th Anniversary Celebration of the school on 30th December 2025 at Elkanemi Hall, University of Maiduguri, Borno State.
The historic event was graced by the presence of His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, mni, FNSE, CON, the Executive Governor of Borno State, who was ably presented by Her Excellency, Engr. Dr. Habiba Babagana Umara Zulum, Wife of the Executive Governor and an alumna of FGGC Monguno; Senior Government Officials, Education Stakeholders, old students, and members of the press.
In his address, Hon. (Dr) Maina Yaumi highlighted the unwavering commitment of the Borno State Government under the visionary leadership of Governor Zulum to ensuring access to education for orphans and vulnerable children, particularly the girl-child affected by insurgency. He emphasized that education remains a critical tool for rebuilding Borno State socially, economically, and morally.
He recalled the relocation of FGGC Monguno to Maiduguri in 2014 due to insecurity and commended the State Government for providing a befitting, state-of-the-art learning environment and sustained scholarship support through the Education Trust Fund.
Hon. (Dr) Yaumi disclosed that since the enrolment of 800 orphans and vulnerable out-of-school girls in the 2020/2021 academic session, the Borno State Education Trust Fund has cumulatively expended ₦486,072,962.25 on tuition and related educational costs. He further announced that in the 2025/2026 academic session, 286 students are currently in their final year, reaffirming the government’s continued commitment to their education.
He also revealed that Governor Zulum recently approved additional scholarships for pupils transitioning from Aliko Dangote (Orphans) Model Primary School to Muhammadu Buhari Academy Boarding Mega School, as well as students progressing to FGGC Monguno, further strengthening the education pipeline for vulnerable children.
As part of activities marking the anniversary, Hon. (Dr) Yaumi commended the school management, staff, parents, and the Old Students Association for sustaining the legacy of FGGC Monguno over three decades, describing the institution as a symbol of resilience, hope, and excellence despite years of insecurity.
Award of Excellence
At the conclusion of the event, Hon. (Dr) Maina Yaumi was presented with an Award of Excellence in recognition of his outstanding contributions, selfless service, and unwavering commitment to the growth, development, and advancement of Federal Government Girls’ College Monguno. The award reflects his instrumental role in championing educational access and sustained scholarship support for hundreds of girls through the Borno State Education Trust Fund.
The Borno State Education Trust Fund reiterates its commitment to partnering with educational institutions to ensure inclusive, equitable, and quality education for every child in the state.
