Alokithe H Kiho from M Tsugho village in Dimapur, was recently honoured with the 3rd Lt. Rev. Ivulho Shohe Meritorious Award for Academic Excellence. The award, initiated by Ashouh Loji Aphuyemi, carries a cash prize of INR 10,000 and a certificate. It is given to the HSLC topper from the Sumi Aphuyemi community.
The award ceremony was held in Chekiye village at the topper’s residence. It was attended by Ashouh Loji members and the topper’s family. Then Ngukato K Tsuipu, convenor of Ashouh Loji, highlighted about the award and also encouraged the topper to become the first IAS/ IPS among Sumi Aphuyemi. Shikato Shohe, former president of SAKD, also spoke on behalf of Lt. Rev. Ivulho Shohe’s family. The topper’s father, Heshika Kiho, encouraged his son in his new-found success.
It is worth mentioning here that Lt. Rev. Ivulho Shohe was the second person from the Sumi tribe to convert to Christianity. He was instrumental in translating the Gospel of Mark and 100 hymns into Sumi, which gave the early converts an important platform to follow their faith. Additionally, he is known to be the first literate of the Sumi tribe.
Ashouh Loji Aphuyemi is a non-profitable organization that strives to improve the education standards of the Sumi tribe. They have put in a lot of effort in creating and sponsoring the award for the accomplishments of the Sumi tribe’s HSLC toppers. By recognizing the academic excellence, they are motivating students to work even harder to achieve success in their lives.
