By Alvin Lansana Kargbo

NP (SL) Limited has officially commissioned the refurbished Kingtom Police Primary School as part of its ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. The handing-over ceremony, held at the school’s premises in Kingtom was graced by the Chief Executive Officer of NP (SL) Limited, Dr. Mohamed Kanu, the Mayor of Freetown City Council, Yvonne Aki-Sawyer, the Head of Estate of the Sierra Leone Police and the Chief Education Officer of the Freetown City Council.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Mohamed Kanu emphasized the company’s unwavering commitment to education, describing it as central to Sierra Leone’s development. He noted that the refurbishment of Kingtom Police Primary School represents NP (SL)’s broader vision of giving back to society. “As a corporate institution we not only adhere to our Corporate Social Responsibility but also extend magnanimous acts to schools and communities. Education remains a key focus for us and Kingtom Police Primary School is a clear example,” he remarked.

The refurbishment project delivered a comprehensive transformation of the school’s facilities. NP (SL) Limited upgraded toilet facilities, installed a water tower, completed the construction of an unfinished school building and built a new five-classroom block. The company also renovated the head teacher’s office, roofed and restored the infant building and other school structures and provided new desks and chairs. Dr. Mohamed Kanu explained that those interventions were aimed at creating a conducive, safe and hygienic learning environment. “This is the type of support we are known for providing sustainable and lasting solutions for schools and communities,” he affirmed.

Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyer praised NP (SL) Limited for its generous support to Kingtom Police Primary School, describing it as an act that directly impacts children’s futures. She thanked the school’s staff and encouraged the pupils to make the most of the improved learning environment. The Mayor also outlined the Freetown City Council’s own efforts in supporting schools and pledged continued collaboration in the education sector.

The head teacher of Kingtom Police Primary School,  Abu Turay, expressed profound gratitude to NP (SL) Limited, calling the refurbishment transformative. “Your program has not only changed our school but it has changed lives. NP (SL) Limited has rekindled the spirit of all of us who want to succeed,” he said, likening the company to “never tired protectors for left-behind learners.”

Pupils of the school also shared their appreciation pledging to make the best use of the new facilities.

The refurbishment of Kingtom Police Primary School adds to NP (SL) Limited’s track record of investing in education and community development. As the leading indigenous petroleum marketing company in Sierra Leone, NP (SL) continues to demonstrate its role not only in fueling the nation’s energy needs but also in empowering future generations through education and social support. https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/np-sl-hands-over-upgraded-kingtom-police-primary-school-to-community/