Aiyedatiwa Tasks Alumni, Stakeholders to Rescue Public Schools from Infrastructure Deficit

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has called on former students and stakeholders to help rescue public schools by investing in their infrastructure, as he addressed the 50th anniversary celebration of Omo’luorogbo Grammar School in Akure. The governor emphasized that quality education and adequate facilities could not solely rely on government support, urging alumni to take an active role in addressing infrastructural gaps.

Speaking at the event, Aiyedatiwa emphasized that meaningful contributions from alumni were crucial to sustaining educational institutions and ensuring younger generations had access to quality learning facilities. He highlighted that the golden jubilee celebration presented an opportunity for alumni to demonstrate their appreciation to the institution that shaped their personal and professional lives.

The governor stated, "Government cannot do it alone. We need the support of old students and other stakeholders to complement our efforts in providing quality education and improving infrastructure in our public schools." The chairman of the 50th Anniversary Planning Committee, former Ondo State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Kayode Akinmade, explained that the alumni chose to mark the school’s golden jubilee with tangible projects to improve its facilities and support academic development.

Among the projects executed were the construction of a four-classroom block, renovation of the school hall, and a perimeter fence to enhance security. The old students also established a Student Support Programme to assist indigent students with examination and WASSCE financial requirements. The alumni’s commitment to the school’s future was evident in their collective investment and determination to preserve its legacy through sustainable initiatives.