ITALIAN DELEGATION VISITS FAVOUR BRITISH MODEL SCHOOL, ADVANCES INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION PLANS AND PLEDGES MEDICAL SUPPORT

Benin City, Edo State: The President of Mater Africa ETS (Italy), Mr. Alberto Cicala, on Thursday, 15 October 2026, visited Favour British Model School, Benin City, as part of efforts to advance plans for an international educational excursion and cultural exchange programme proposed for May/June 2027.

The visit was aimed at assessing the school’s facilities and exploring opportunities for educational collaboration, cultural exchange, and humanitarian support between Nigeria and Italy.

The engagement followed an earlier meeting between Mr. Cicala and the Consul General of Italy in Nigeria, during which the school management’s proposal for an international excursion and cultural exchange programme was formally presented and discussed.

Mr. Cicala and his delegation received a warm welcome on arrival, with the school’s cultural dance troupe showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Edo State. The delegation was received by the Proprietress and Head of School, Mrs. Favor Okojie, alongside members of the school’s management team.

During the visit, Mrs. Okojie led the delegation on a guided tour of the school’s facilities, including its academic blocks, laboratories, library, sports facilities, and hospital facility.

Medical Support for the Needy

A major highlight of the visit was Mater Africa’s commitment to facilitating medical support for the school’s hospital facility, with the aim of extending assistance to indigent members of the host community.

Mr. Cicala disclosed that the organisation would facilitate the provision of essential medicines and medical consumables through CCM in Florence, Italy, subject to the necessary arrangements and applicable regulatory requirements.

The proposed support is intended to strengthen access to essential healthcare supplies and complement efforts to assist vulnerable individuals who may otherwise struggle to obtain medical care.

Advancing International Educational and Cultural Exchange

Speaking during the visit, Mr. Cicala commended the management of Favour British Model School for its vision and commitment to educational development, cultural understanding, and the exposure of young people to international opportunities.

He expressed support for the proposed 2027 international excursion and cultural tour, noting the potential of such initiatives to broaden students’ perspectives, encourage cross-cultural learning, and foster stronger people-to-people relations between Nigeria and Italy. The programme remains subject to visa requirements and organisational arrangements.

In her response, Mrs. Okojie expressed appreciation to Mr. Cicala and Mater Africa for the visit and their interest in supporting the school’s educational and humanitarian objectives. She described the proposed excursion as an important opportunity to expose students to new learning experiences, while welcoming the prospective medical assistance as a meaningful intervention for vulnerable members of the community.

Strengthening Nigeria–Italy Cooperation

The visit concluded with a group photograph session and the presentation of flowers to Mr. Cicala by pupils of the school, symbolising the school community’s appreciation and warm reception of the visiting delegation.

The engagement represents a positive step towards strengthening cooperation between Favour British Model School and Mater Africa in the areas of educational exchange, cultural diplomacy, and humanitarian healthcare support.

Issued on behalf of Mr. Alberto Cicala Solomon Okoduwa Focal Person to Mater Africa, Italy Executive Director, Initiative for Youth Awareness on Migration, Immigration, Development and Reintegration (IYAMIDR) Nigeria Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria

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