The management of VFD Group Plc, a proprietary investment company,  has announced a donation of 1,000 copies of  Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s inaugural children’s book, “Mama’s Sleeping Scarf,” to the students of Comenius Nursery and Primary School, as part of its Street 2 School Initiative.

 

 

The collaborative effort with Narrative Landscape Press and GLG Communications, underscores the Group’s resolute dedication to social impact and education, particularly in underserved communities, while it also aims to inculcate a love for reading and inspire young minds to explore limitless possibilities.

 

 

During the  visit, VFD Group’s Soft Power Specialist, Ms. Elmer Aluge; and Strategy Officer of VFD Group Plc, Mr. Odudu Abasi-Okon; joined forces with Dr. Eghosa Imasuen, Director of Business Development at Narrative Landscape, to engage with the school’s administrators and students.

 

 

Aluge urged the students to remain steadfast in their educational pursuits, while also emphasizing the power of reading.

 

 

“Education is the key that unlocks endless opportunities. Let the pages of ‘Mama’s Sleeping Scarf’ kindle your imagination and propel you towards greatness,” she stated.

 

 

Moved by the students’ enthusiasm, Dr. Imasuen expressed his admiration for their curiosity, and promised to relay their gratitude to Chimamanda Adichie, whose work continues to inspire young minds across the globe.

 

 

The event concluded with a touching exchange of gratitude as students and teachers presented the VFD Team, Narrative Landscape Press, and Chimamanda’s Publicist with handmade thank-you cards and gift bags.