Akwa Ibom’s Wealth vs Its Schools: The Ugly Truth Exposed in Ikot Mbonde Itam

 


A staggering video has gone viral, showing a teacher in Ikot Mbonde Itam, Uyo, raising alarm over the dire state of their primary school. From missing chairs and ceilings to collapsed classrooms, a non-existent teachers’ lodge, and a lack of electricity, the footage paints a stark picture of neglect in a school meant to educate future generations.

Teachers in the video openly express frustration, pleading for urgent government intervention. One educator lamented:

“We are trying to teach children under conditions that are literally unsafe. How can we inspire learning when the classrooms themselves are falling apart?”



 Akwa Ibom State, with a population of about 5 million people, is officially Nigeria’s richest state. In just 32 months, the state reportedly collected roughly ₦2.5 trillion in revenue — a figure that should be more than enough to fund quality public services, especially education.

And yet, when you look at the state of public schools, it tells a story of systemic neglect.

The Bitter Irony: Estates Over Education

Adding insult to injury, reports indicate the state governor plans to build a luxury residential estate in Abuja’s FCT.

So here’s the reality:

  • The richest state in Nigeria

  • Collecting trillions of naira

  • Children sitting on the floor, classrooms leaking, no electricity

  • Teachers working without lodges or proper amenities

  • Meanwhile, government money is directed to luxury projects hundreds of kilometers away

This is not just mismanagement — it is a moral failure. The children of Akwa Ibom are being left behind while the state flaunts wealth elsewhere

What This Means for Education

Experts warn that prolonged neglect of public primary schools can have long-term consequences:

  • Poor learning outcomes for children

  • Teacher attrition due to unsafe and uncomfortable working conditions

  • Widening educational inequality between urban elites and local communities

Citizens Demand Accountability

The video has sparked discussions online and offline, with many calling on the Akwa Ibom State government to:

  1. Renovate and properly equip Ikot Mbonde Itam Primary School

  2. Provide teachers with functional lodges and amenities

  3. Ensure electricity, furniture, and learning materials are consistently available

Governance critics argue that prioritizing luxury projects far from local communities reflects misplaced development priorities.

Final Thoughts

As the video continues to trend, the frustration of teachers in Ikot Mbonde Itam underscores a harsh reality: children in the heart of Uyo are being left behind while government attention focuses elsewhere.

The question remains: Will the government act to restore dignity and safety to local schools, or will this viral video be another momentary outrage swallowed by politics?

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