A number of Nigerian peacekeepers serving in Liberia have become volunteer teachers in addition to their regular duties.  Soldiers from NIBATT 32 have been earmarking their time and resources to teach at Bomi College in Tubmanburg, Islamic School and Bible Missionary School in Bopolu, and at Sinje Public High School. The sense of fulfillment and the accolades from students and parents are more than enough to spur their motivation and enthusiasm for volunteer teaching, they say. 

A number of Nigerian peacekeepers serving in Liberia have become volunteer teachers in addition to their regular duties.  Soldiers from NIBATT 32 have been earmarking their time and resources to teach at Bomi College in Tubmanburg, Islamic School and Bible Missionary School in Bopolu, and at Sinje Public High School. The sense of fulfillment and the accolades from students and parents are more than enough to spur their motivation and enthusiasm for volunteer teaching, they say.  
The Commanding Officer of the battalion, Lt.-Col. Mohammed Jibrin Gambo, emphasized the importance of sharing and lending a hand.  In the areas where they are currently deployed, Nigerian peacekeepers have identified the need to bridge the gap in the student-teacher ratio due to the lack of qualified teachers.

Six NiBatt 32 personnel who have the requisite qualification teach on Tuesdays and Thursdays every week. They diligently prepare the lessons and creatively present the subjects. The students are inspired to study, participate in class discussions, and promote the value of education, not only to their families but also to their peers who are out of school. The communities have been vocal in their appreciation of the Nigerian soldiers’ contribution to the education of their youth.

When the peacekeepers of the 32nd battalion rotate, the incoming soldiers are expected to continue their predecessors’ spirit of volunteerism.