The 1985 set of Baptist High School, Ede, Osun State, handed over a renovated block of three classrooms and a staff room to the management of the school on Tuesday.
The set, which included the Director of Currency Operations, Central Bank of Nigeria, Adetona Adedeji, said the renovation was in commemoration of its 40th anniversary.
Speaking during the handing over of the classrooms, the representative of the set, Dr Yejide Oseni, said the gesture was to give back to their alma mater.
Dr Oseni, while reiterating the role of alumni as critical stakeholders in the growth of schools, noted that members of the set had earlier renovated a block of four classrooms in the school.
She said, “We unanimously agreed that it was time to give back to our alma mater. Globally, alumni are recognised as critical stakeholders in the growth and development of schools and universities. In January 2023, members of the set renovated a block of four classrooms.
“The year 2025 marks our 40th anniversary. To commemorate this milestone, we resolved to renovate some of the classrooms that we used during our time, which are now in a deplorable state.
“The renovated block now comprises three classrooms and a staff room with attached toilet facilities. We are here to formally hand over this completed block for use by both students and staff”.
Dr Oseni, while appreciating her classmates for the support and cooperation, said the set will soon embark on the renovation of another block of classrooms.
In his remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Osun State, Mr Muritala Jimoh, appreciated the set for renovating the classrooms.
Jimoh who represented the state Commissioner for Education, Mr Dipo Eluwole, noted that the role of alumni in the development of the education sector in the state cannot be overemphasised, calling on others to emulate the 1985 set.
“I want to appreciate the old students of Baptist High School, particularly, the 1985 set. The Ministry of Education appreciates the efforts of all old students’ associations in the state.
These students are looking at what you are doing in giving back to your school. By the time they graduate from the university and secure a good job, they will also remember this and return to contribute their quota,” Muritala stated.
The school principal, Mr Owolabi Ayodele, while describing the impact of the project, said “the facility transcends bricks and mortar – it is a sanctuary of learning. Here, students will thrive in a conducive environment, and teachers will inspire with renewed vigour.”
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