CALL Foundation Launches Education Initiative, Awards Scholarships in Kogi »

The maiden quiz competition organised by the Caroline’s Legacy of Learning (CALL) Foundation brought together students from public secondary schools across Kogi State on Tuesday, marking the official launch of the education-focused initiative established in honour of the late Mrs. Caroline Mosunmola Adewole.

The event, held at the Adankolo campus of the Federal University Lokoja, featured participants from Bishop Delisle College, Crowther Memorial College, Government Science Secondary School, GYB Model Science Secondary School, UBE Kabawa, Al-Ansar Secondary School, among others. Officials from the Kogi State Ministry of Education, the National Coordinator of the Association for Orphans and Vulnerable Children, Chief Onuche Isah, and other dignitaries were also in attendance.

Delivering her opening remarks, Ms. Remilekun Adewole, one of the children of the late Mrs. Caroline Adewole, described the launch of the CALL Project as a continuation of her mother’s lifelong commitment to kindness, generosity, and education.

She said the project represents “a call to grow, learn, and lead,” adding that its core objective is to eliminate barriers that hinder children, especially the most vulnerable from accessing quality basic education.

“This is not just a contest,” she told the gathering. “It is a celebration of potential, confidence, and academic curiosity. Through this project, we hope to support children who dream of a better future and honour the values our mother lived by.”

In his goodwill message, the Coordinator of the Association for Orphans and Vulnerable Children, Mr. Onuche Isah, commended the Foundation for its commitment to education and child empowerment. He stressed that initiatives like CALL are vital in shaping responsible, knowledgeable young citizens.

Mr. Isah also reflected on the legacy of the late Mrs. Caroline Adewole, describing her as a woman whose belief in education and community service continues to inspire meaningful interventions long after her passing.

A representative of the Kogi State Ministry of Education also praised the Foundation for “giving back to society,” noting that the late Caroline Adewole retired as a civil servant in the ministry and lived a life dedicated to service to God and humanity.

The Chief Executive Officer of Paragon Foundation and one of the children of the late Mrs. Adewole, Mr. Abayomi Gbenga, appreciated the participating schools and guests for supporting the event. He acknowledged his father for instilling in them the value of service and community support.

He explained that the Foundation is focused on promoting education, sports, and male-child empowerment, adding that its interventions will gradually extend across the country, with Kogi State serving as the pilot location.

After three rounds of intense competition, UBE Kabawa emerged overall winner with six points. Al-Ansar Secondary School came second with four points, while Government Science Secondary School finished third with two points.

The winners will receive full scholarships for three years, covering school materials and PTA fees. Additionally, eight CALL Scholars were awarded full scholarships for two years, while one student from each of the teams that participated in the quiz were also awarded scholarships which covers textbooks, exercise books, uniforms, and PTA fees.

The event closed with a renewed pledge by the organizers to sustain the legacy of the late Mrs. Caroline Adewole and expand educational opportunities for children across the state.