Students, parents, and teachers at Navesi Primary School in Udu Village, Totoya, Lau, are overjoyed after receiving a fiber boat and engine, a development made possible by a visit from the Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro, to Yasayasa Moala.
Minister Radrodro was accompanied by officials from various ministries during his visit, marking a significant occasion as he is the first Education Minister to travel to Totoya in more than 50 years.
The head teacher of Navesi Primary School, Seru Luvu, expressed his emotions regarding the arrival of the boat. “It is long overdue. We have been asking for it for a long time, and finally receiving it is just emotional. Now we don’t have to rely on others for a boat when transporting students to the health center,” Luvu shared. He recounted previous experiences where requests for a boat were met with rude remarks.
“This day will remain memorable for us as we will no longer face any embarrassment in the future. We will ensure this boat is kept in good condition to last a long time, and we have also received life jackets for the students,” he added.
Minister Radrodro emphasized the importance of maintaining the boat properly, stating that it should only be operated by a licensed driver and used for its intended purpose.