A group of schools in Calabar celebrate 8th anniversary

The Victory Gospel Church of God, Owners of Divine Victory Group of Schools has celebrated its 8th anniversary with solemn assembly and thanksgiving to God for His benevolence towards the school.

The event which began on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at No. 15 Efut Street, Calabar South Local Government Area in Cross River State had Hon. Chief Effiong Ekarika (OBAMA) as Chairman. He is the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Calabar South I State Constituency for the Cross River State House of Assembly slot for the 2023 general elections.

The occasion which coincided with the Calabar South Constituency I Christian Association celebration was presided over by the General Overseer and Deputy of the Victory Gospel Church of God, Rev. Elisha, and Pastor (Mrs.) Ofon-ime Elisha Nduonofit.

In his sermon themed “DIVINE ENTHRONEMENT” referenced Psalm 126:5, “They that sow in tears shall reap in joy” acknowledging that though “the roots of education is bitter but the fruits is sweet” and enjoined parents to encourage their wards and children to persevere and study hard to achieve academic feat which will turn into songs of victory after a given period of hardship. He warned the students against involvement in vices like cutting corners by cheating, sorting, and other examination malpractices in school to achieve questionable results and false hope.

The programme which is rounding –off on Sunday, December 11th, 2022 has Hon. Christian Odey Hon. Elder Anietie Okon as Special Guest of honour, Prince Eyo Bassey-PTA Chairman and Apostle (Dr.) Shadrach Bature as Guest Minister.

Divine Victory Group of Schools opened for learning on 7th September 2014 with Nursery/Primary classes at Efut Street with secondary classes at Ewa Ekeng street on 12th September 2018.

By: Archibong Emmanuel
(Snr. Reporter)