Actor and humanitarian David Oyelowo once again prove that he is just not about talking but also about taking concrete steps to assist those less unfortunate, like survivors of the terror group, Boko Haram.
Oyelowo in partnership with an NGO, GEANCO, has announced the award of scholarships to five girls who survived terror from the dreaded Boko Haram group.
Writing of the award on his Instagram page, the actor says:
“Proud to present the glorious recipients of the David Oyelowo Leadership Scholarship. They survived terror at the hands of Boko Haram, now the journey toward their true destiny has begun. Learn more at @geancofdn.”
Naturally, we followed the link he provided, and this is what we learned from the foundation:
@geancofdn: “Our @davidoyelowo Leadership Scholars, right before heading back to school after their winter break. Such bright colours and smiles!! The inspirational young lady in purple on the far left just won a regional essay contest. Boko Haram kept her out of school for three years, but she is roaring back and excelling after only just a year and a half at her new school. So, so, so proud!!!
To find more about GEANCO and the work they do transforming lives of the vulnerable in Africa, visit their website.
Well done to the actor for putting smiles on the faces of these young ladies. And to the girls, the sky is the limit.
