The workshop was organized to enlighten secondary school staff and students on the existence,provisions and benefits of the Freedom of Information Act 2011. The workshop was held on the 26th day of June 2015 at the Bishop Alfred Nwaizuzu Anglican Secondary School (BANASS) Okigwe, Imo State.
The subject matters that were discussed includes: The meaning of FOI and FOIA; Reasons for the enactment of the FOIA; Benefits of the FOIA; Exemptions to the right to access information under the Act; Mode of application under the Act, Mode of enforcement in event of denial of information requested., et cetera.
The workshop was a success.There was proper time management and general coordination.Students asked questions and were given answers.
The Principal Mr. Orji Kalu was impressed with the awareness program and stated that the school is open to the Law Clinic for further educative workshops.He requested that copies of the FOIA and other relevant materials be made available to the school for reference purposes.The students likewise expressed their joy over the enlightenment program.
Facilitators of the Workshop:
1) Barr. Emeka Okoroafor (Staff Clinician)
2) Erugoh Desiree (Head Clinician).
Participants:
Nkem Diala Caren
Udenze Hilda
Obairi Doreen
Agbara Ekeoma
Esther Onuoha
Balogu Henrietta
