By Malachi Motano
The top candidate in 2020 KCSE Robinson Simiyu Wanjala received a rousing welcome when he went to his home in Soysambu Mitua ward, Tongaren constituency in Bungoma County.
His father Pius Wanjala told congregants during a thanksgiving ceremony at their home in Mitimingi village that his son had done them proud. He praised him for the hard work and self-discipline that made him acquire the best grades nationally.
“My son Robby has made us proud as a family, we knew he will make it but not as he did and that has made us happy. While at school he would use the pocket money we gave him wisely and sometimes return the balance to me when the school closed and he would tell me to use it, it all surprised us. For sure in the current days how many can do that?” posed Wanjala.
His mother his Mercy Wanjala said the family’s firm trust in God and the core values contributed a lot in their son’s performance. She advised parents to make sure that they allow children to attend church services so that they can be taught moral lessons that will help them in life and make them achieve their education goals.
“During my four years in school I yearned to do well and this motivated me to work hard and I can tell you I rarely slept, I made books my best friend and I thank my teachers who were always there anytime I needed them and today I stand here to celebrate the auspicious day with you,” said Robinson.
Robinson added that he wants to be a doctor in future, adding he is sure that his dream will come true as he believes that the journey has begun.
Several leaders from Bungoma County led by Bungoma Deputy Governor, Prof Charles Ngome praised the candidate for putting Bungoma on an educational map in the country.
“The county government is ready to support Robinson achieve his dreams and I appeal to the county assembly to pass the bill of the kitty meant to support such bright students to go to the best university in the world so that they can come back home and give back to the community,” noted Prof Ngome who represented the Governor at the event.
Tongaren Member of Parliament, Dr. Eseli Simiyu lauded Robinson’s family for investing in education of their children and encouraged other parents to do the same. He urged those who are able to pay school fees for their children to do so and give a chance to needy students to benefit from constituency bursaries.
“I want to appreciate Robinson’s parents, despite your son being in a national school never at any time did you ask for a bursary, and I think other people who are able should follow suit and emulate you so that through such ways students who are bright from needy families can be beneficiaries of our bursary, ” said Dr. Eseli.
Stephen Wafula Wamalwa, Soysambu – Mitua ward MCA highly praised the family for getting their priorities right and guiding the family. He said the community felt proud, adding that many people in life will always associate themselves with the achievements.
The ceremony was also attended by Education CECM Bungoma County, Dr. Betty Mayeku, her Chief Officer Mrs. Rose Murunga, Tongaren DEO, DCC, KEPSHA and KESSHA leadership among others.
