First Bank women's basketball club has been so successful that many Nigerians that were born abroad, like Mfon Udoka, Rena Wakama (the current coach of D'Tigress) and Dr Sarah Ogoke, have played for them. They have won the African Women's Basketball Cup many times and they have also won silver and bronze in the competition.
First Bank won the African Women's Basketball Cup/League in 2003 and 2009, they came second in 2011, third in 1999, 2005, 2006 and 2008 and fourth in 2010.
First Bank are not the only Nigerian team to perform well in the competition. Bini Queens came fourth in 1987 and First Deep Water came third in 2011 and fourth in 2013.
This is an old photo of First Bank Basketball Club of Lagos (Elephant Girls) showing Aisha Mohammed (Aisha Balarabe) in the center and Sarah Ogoke at the extreme left.
MFM, Customs, as Zenith Bank League Final 8 Tips off
All eyes will be on two teams that finished the Atlantic and Savannah Conferences unbeaten in the 2026 NBBF/Zenith Bank Women’s Basketball League season, MFM and Nigeria Customs, as the Final 8 tips off today at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos.
MFM defeated all the other five teams in both the Phase 1 and 2 of the Atlantic Conference while Customs recorded same results in the Savannah Conference.
The first game will take place by 10am while there will also be games by 12noon, 2pm and 4pm with the group phase ending on October 1.
The two top teams have both been separated and the earliest they could meet is the semifinal stage on October 2 if one of them failed to top their group and could only meet in the third place or final if they ended up with the top position in their group.
MFM won the title back-to-back in 2023 and 2024, losing it to Dolphins last year with aim of reclaiming the title.
Victoria Queens is another team to watch out for in the Final 8, as well as Aso Sky Queens who both gave good accounts of themselves during the Atlantic and Savannah Conferences.
MD/CEO of Zenith Bank, the sponsors of the league, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, urged all the team to play with fairness and spirit of sportsmanship while calling on Lagosians to troop out in their numbers to watch the best of women’s basketball in Nigeria.
All the comments that I have seen have been about the fact that it was residents that alerted the police rather than the security services discovering it on their own.
Goo0dHardDick: The money the drug lord himself and his gangs has stolen since he fraudently took office is more than enough to build even a 17th Niger bridge. What is he doing with all the borrowed money? Sharing it amongst his colleagues and friends in national Assembly.
I hope obi corrects this nonsense at the Head bridge once he is sworn in
Thank you for proving my point.
THE ONLY REASON WHY SOME PEOPLE ON THIS THREAD ARE OPPOSED TO THE DEMARCATION IS BECAUSE OF POLITICS. IT'S BECAUSE THEY HATE THE PEOPLE IN GOVERNMENT. IT IS NOT BECAUSE THERE IS ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE DEMARCATION.
I know that the funny people just want to derail my thread (I have blocked most of them), but let me humour them for once.
I have posted many articles about this on Nairaland, but I don't have time to go look for them. I will block anyone that tries to derail my thread.
These are my posts from October 6th, 2023.
Chicago State University had honoured Bola Tinubu as one of their distinguished alumni in the early 2000s (he was in Chicago for the ceremony). I watched this on my TV set back then and I recently posted an All Africa article about the event. This would not have happened if Bola Tinubu did not attend the school.
The City Colleges of Chicago (Richard Daley College is a member) also honoured Bola Tinubu at that time.
City Colleges of Chicago (Richard Daley College is a member) honouring Bola Tinubu in the early 2000s.
The person in the picture does not look like a woman.
(By the way, some funny people also say that Bola Tinubu cannot travel to Chicago, but there he was in Chicago).
Tinubu Wins Award
P.M. News (Lagos) By Stephen Oladipupo 23 April 2002
Lagos — Governor Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Monday, received "The outstanding Alumni Award" from the National Association of Community Colleges of America in recognition of his excellent record of performance in public office.
Tinubu will also be inducted into the Board of the Richard Daley College where he graduated, after which he will address staff and undergraduates of the college on 2 May.
Nobodyhas provided any sensible reason why the demarcation is wrong.
Load
Some people are saying that the barriers are too heavy, but they have not provided any evidence that the barriers are too heavy.
Traffic
There is a second Niger Bridge and the barrier does not prevent the previous volume of traffic from using the bridge.
Breakdown
The bridge has enough space for vehicles to go around a broken down vehicle (see photos below).
But let's for argument sake say that there wasn't enough space, all you need to do is provide emergency points at both ends. They should have tow trucks, police vans, ambulances and fire trucks (like we had in Lagos in the 2000s).
The truth is that the only reason why some people are opposed to this is because they don't like the people in government. No other reason.
Gotocourt: So the tow trucks will come in with reverse .
Let us assume that the bridge has only two lanes (just assumption), if a car breaks down, then the area in front of the car will be free and towing vehicles can easily come from in front of the car.
It is possible and it is not a sin.
Emergency point with ambulance, police and tow trucks like we had in Lagos in the 2000s.
Didi2d: Then why the demarcation? The should have used both the new and old for different lanes
They don't need to use them for different lanes. The new bridge will be tolled, the old bridge is free. The demarcation is to prevent people going one way from blocking people going in the opposite direction and to prevent collision.
There is absolutely nothing wrong with the demarcation, people are only complaining because of politics.
JESUSson345: Nigeria should go back to confederal system of Government as ojukwu proposed if not this country is a waste of time and money
Here is a video of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu saying that the word confederation never came from his mouth. These are my old posts.
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Definitions
A confederation is a system of government in which the federating units (states, regions, etc are more powerful than the central government and the central government only takes care of some issues like foreign affairs).
A federation is a system of government in which the central government (federal government) is more powerful than the federating units (states, regions), but the federating units also have a degree of autonomy over certain affairs.
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You will not believe the number and caliber of people that have told me this fake story. I am telling you that I have argued this issue with university lecturers, pro-Biafra activists and all sorts of people. This is one of those things that I call "popular lie". Thank God the video is here and I will post it. What was the claim?
The claim was that Gowon and Ojukwu agreed at Aburi that Nigeria should be a confederation. The claimants said that Ojukwu attended Oxford and so he understood what the word confederation meant, but that Gowon did not understand what it meant and it was only when he returned to Lagos that people explained it to him and so he rejected it.
What actually happened?
In Ojukwu's words (in the video below) go and look at the trabscripts/tapes there is no time that the word confederation came from my lips.
Ojukwu said that he was very happy because both sides agreed on everything. He said that he got the impression that Gowon was not the problem and that the problem was probably some ambassadors in Lagos. He said that they understood each other and they agreed. In fact, he was so happy that (in the car as they were leaving) he told General Ankrah to hold his hand and Gowon's hand together and he asked for permission to propose Gowon as head of state of Nigeria.
He said that yes they agreed on area commands for the army and police, they agreed on revenue sharing formula, but he never proposed confederation or separation.
Gowon said that they agreed that he would make the first broadcast from Lagos and then Ojukwu would make a broadcast supporting him. He said that the problem was that Ojukwu went ahead and made a broadcast from Enugu before he could make his own broadcast. He said that Ojukwu said things in that broadcast that they did not agree to at Aburi and that's what caused the problem.
Ojukwu said that it was when Nigeria denied the things that they agreed on that the problem began. He said that's why he ordered that the tapes should be published. He said that they had agreed that both sides should keep tapes of the conference, so he ordered that their tapes should be published.
Dear Diary, I have told you about this series many times and lamented the fact that I can't get the full version. Luckily the NTA celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2018 and posted some of its old shows. They posted part of one episode and I shared that version here. I told you that they interviewed virtually everybody that was involved in the Civil War. Now here is another clip from it.
This clip features interviews with both Gowon and Ojukwu.
The series was narrated by my friend's father, the late great Ikenna Ndaguba.
I want to thank you for reminding me to search for this. I have been searching for it for a long time, but I couldn't remember its name.
In the early 2000s the NTA did an excellent series of documentaries about Nigeria's history. It was mainly about the Civil War. Everybody that was important in Nigeria's history was interviewed. Not only did they interview people afresh for the documentary series, but, as you know, the NTA has an enormous catalogue of videos; unfortunately some of these videos have been lost or recorded over, but they still had a lot of those interviews that they did for Independence Day celebrations in the 1980s, so the documentary also featured interviews with people that had died by the time the documentary was made.
Some of the people whose interviews were shown in this documentary included President Nnamdi Azikiwe, General Yakubu Gowon, Chief Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojuku, Colonel Conrad Nwawo (who convinced Nzeogwu to surrender to Ironsi), Chief Obafemi Awolowo, General George Inih, General David Ejoor, Peter Enahoro (Peter Pan), General Ibrahim Babangida, President Shehu Shagari, Colonel Ben Gbulie (one of the people that planned the first coup), Philip Effiong (chief of staff of Biafra) and so many more people.
I am particularly looking for the episodes in which General Innih criticised Colonel Benjamin Adekunle and the one in which General Ejoor talked about the Midwest Invasion.
The NTA celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2018 and they posted some of their old programmes on YouTube as part of the celebration. I believe that this was the second episode of the series. You can see interviews with Ben Gbulie (he talks about the reasons that made them stage the coup), Ibrahim Babangida, Peter Pan, Colonel Conrad Nwawo, etc.
The series was narrated by my friend's father, the late legendary Nigerian broadcaster and MC, Ikenna Ndaguba.
#NTA@40: The Military Intervenes 'No Victor No Vanquished'
callthefred: You mean by engineers didn't factor just 8 dead weight in building an interstate bridge? Y'all just ignorant. They actually factored 800 trucks dead weight not just 8 if not the bridge would have long collapsed
Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has assured Nigerians that the Nigeria Police Force will ensure a peaceful and orderly conduct of the 2027 general elections.
Disu gave the assurance on Saturday in Lagos while speaking with journalists shortly after receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award from his alma mater, St. Gregory’s College, through the St. Gregory’s College Old Boys’ Association.
The ceremony, held at the Naval Dockyard, Victoria Island, Lagos, also featured the conferment of a Lifetime Achievement Award on the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, and the launch of the St. Gregory’s College Old Boys’ Association Endowment and Perpetual Fund.
Speaking on expectations ahead of the 2027 elections, Disu said the police had learnt from its experience during the recent Ekiti and Osun governorship elections and would build on the successes recorded.
He said, “I want you to look back at the Ekiti election. Everybody commended the Nigerian Police. We just finished the Osun election; everybody thought it would be violent, people would die, but we surprised everybody. Not one death was recorded.
“We just finished one of our conferences where we lectured all our commissioners of police and everybody that will be taking part in the election. We give you our word that the election will come and it will go very well.”
Disu said the training and preparations for officers who would participate in the elections were part of efforts to ensure that the police discharged their responsibilities effectively.
The IGP’s assurance comes days after he directed senior police officers to intensify preparations for the 2027 general elections, stressing the need for neutrality, preparedness, professionalism and accountability.
At the September 2026 Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers in Owerri, Disu also unveiled a six-point election security framework covering intelligence gathering, training and preparedness, inter-agency coordination, communication and technology, community engagement and political neutrality.
The Police have also previously stated that officers deployed for election duties would operate in accordance with the Constitution and Electoral Act, with disciplinary action against personnel found undermining the credibility of elections.
The IGP, who described the award from his alma mater as one of the biggest moments of his life, said recognition from one’s school was particularly significant.
“If I say it’s the biggest day in my life, yes, I may not be lying, because the best award anybody can get in the world is the one given to you by your alma mater,” he said.
Disu, who was honoured alongside Cardoso, Lagos State Head of Service, Olabode Agoro and other distinguished old boys, said the values instilled in him at St. Gregory’s College had remained important throughout his career.
He said the school taught its students to respect their elders, pursue excellence and continue learning.
“We were taught to respect our elders; we were taught to continue to study, study again and again,” he said.
He urged younger Nigerians to uphold those values, saying, “Never forget the ‘Gregorian spirit’.
“We tell them to never forget the Gregorian spirit. The Gregorians have a spirit. Listen to your elders, ensure you come out best in everything you do,” he said.
He added that the school’s emphasis on discipline, hard work and responsibility had helped shape its graduates.
Speaking on behalf of Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Agoro commended the St. Gregory’s College Old Boys’ Association for launching the Endowment, Perpetual and Infrastructure Development Funds.
Agoro, who read the governor’s speech, said investing in education and providing young people with the right environment was essential to producing future leaders.
“When we provide our young people with the environment to learn, innovate, and develop strong character, we are not merely preparing them for a degree; we are preparing leaders who will shape the future of Lagos State and Nigeria,” Sanwo-Olu said.
The governor urged other institutions to adopt similar alumni-led initiatives to complement government investments in education, human capital and infrastructure.
The President of SGCOBA, Francis Kudayah, in his welcome address said the Endowment and Perpetual Fund was designed to address the college’s immediate infrastructure needs while creating a sustainable financial base for the future.
He said the association would use the fund to expand and modernise the college hall and classrooms, establish a digital hub for new-age subjects including artificial intelligence, coding and robotics, and upgrade the Computer-Based Test centre and e-library.
The plan also includes the construction of an indoor sports complex, installation of tartan tracks on the athletics field and modernisation of the cricket oval.
Kudayah said the fund was not another levy but a professionally managed initiative intended to provide a permanent source of income for the association.
“This is not another levy. This is a permanent, professionally managed Fund with two objectives: to meet immediate infrastructure needs and to secure the financial future of this Association through its perpetual component,” he said.
He added, “So that 20 years from now, SGCOBA will not have to beg to fix a roof. It will have income in perpetuity. This is our legacy project,” he said.
Kudayah said their achievements across different sectors demonstrated the impact of the academic, spiritual, moral and sporting education provided by St. Gregory’s College.
He said the association was determined not to be a generation that merely celebrated the institution’s past while allowing its facilities to deteriorate.
“St. Gregory’s made us. Now it asks us to remake it,” he said, urging old boys and other supporters to contribute to the fund.
He assured donors that the endowment would operate under a governance structure involving a board of trustees comprising independent old boys, external fund managers and external auditors, with quarterly reports to the association.
Kudayah acknowledged the contribution of former teacher and old student of the college, Dr Michael Omolayole, whose donation, he said, helped inspire the establishment of the fund. Omolayole donated an additional 70,000 shares of NGX Group to the endowment fund, bringing his total contribution to 100,000 shares.
In a welcome address delivered on his behalf by Dr Abimbola Ogunkelu, Omolayole said he was particularly delighted that the college would mark its centenary in 2028, the same year he would turn 100.
He said the event should be regarded as one of the steps towards preparing for the centenary celebration.
“St Gregory’s College, Obalende will be 100 years old in the year 2028, the same year I was born. Therefore, I consider today’s auspicious event as one of the stepping stones to the centenary celebrations. I think the preparation for the centenary celebrations should start from now,” he said.
Omolayole, who had earlier donated 30,000 NGX shares to the endowment fund, urged those who believed in the Nigerian capital market to support the initiative through share donations.
He also proposed that old boys should move away from describing themselves as “ex” Gregorians and instead adopt the identity of “Noble Gregorians.”
He suggested “Noblesse” as a form of greeting among members of the proposed Society of Noble Gregorians, or SONG.
The association also honoured several distinguished old boys for their achievements, leadership, service and contributions to the college and society.
The honourees included traditional rulers such as the Oniru of Iruland, Oba Abdulwasiu Lawal, the Adeboruwa of Igbogbo, Oba Abdulsemiiu Kasali, and the Onilado of Ilado and Inagbe, Oba Mobadenle Oyekan; former Justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Bode Rhodes-Vivour; bankers and corporate leaders, Segun Agbaje, Sir Steve Omojafor, Bimbo Olashore and Prince Olu Awogboro; oil and gas executives, Tunji Oyebanji and Tunde Folawiyo; and medical practitioners, including Prof Nelson Oyesiku and Wole Sulaiman, Dr Abimbola Ogunkelu, Dr John Abebe and Dr Charles Hammond.
Others recognised included former Minister of State for Finance, Chief Etubom Anthony Ani; Ayo Subair; President of the Nigerian Baptist Convention, Rev Sola Idowu; and corporate governance expert, Benedicta Molokwu.
SGCOBA launches endowment fund to modernise St. Gregory’s College
The St. Gregory’s College Old Boys Association (SGCOBA)has launched an Endowment and Perpetual Fund to raise resources for the modernisation of the institution and support its development for upcoming generations.
The fund will focus on upgrading infrastructure, introducing facilities for emerging areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), coding and robotics, and reviving the institution’s sports facilities.
Speaking on behalf of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Head of Service, Olabode Agoro, described the school as an institution synonymous with excellence, character and leadership.
Sanwo-Olu congratulated the old boys, management, staff and pupils, saying that the school had played an important role in the history of education in Lagos and Nigeria since its establishment in 1882.
“For 144 years, St. Gregory’s College has stood as a remarkable institution in the history of education in Lagos and Nigeria,” he said.
He also said the achievements of Gregorians in public service, business, academia and other professions reflected the values and character instilled by the institution.
According to him, education remained one of the most important investments any society could make in its future, noting that schools must provide young people with environments that enable them to learn, innovate and develop strong character.
He urged the students to pursue academic excellence, build strong character and develop the courage and creativity required to address the challenges of their generation.
President of SGCOBA, Francis Oluwole Kudayah, said the fund was established partly in response to the need to modernise facilities at the college. Kudayah said the college’s hall was no longer adequate for its needs, while classrooms, the computer-based test centre, e-library and laboratories required upgrading.
He added that the institution needed facilities where students could acquire skills in AI, coding, robotics and other emerging fields.
According to him, the association also plans to revive the college’s sporting facilities, including the cricket oval and athletics field.
“Therefore, tonight, we formally launch the SGCOBA Endowment and Perpetual Fund,” Kudayah said.
He said the fund would have two major components: addressing immediate infrastructure needs at the college and securing the long-term financial future of the association. Kudayah said the infrastructure component would cover the expansion and modernisation of the college hall and classrooms, construction of a digital hub, and upgrading of the CBT centre and e-library.
He said plans also included the construction of an indoor sports complex, installation of tartan tracks on the athletics field and modernisation of the cricket oval.
Former Chairman of the St. Gregory’s College Old Boys Association, Michael Omolayole, said he had fond memories of his years at the college as both a student and teacher.
He donated 70,000 additional NGX Group shares to the endowment fund while urging others to believe in the Nigerian capital market and consider donating shares to the fund.
Inspector-General of Police and Gregorian, Olatunji Disu, described the recognition by his alma mater as one of the most significant honours of his career.
Disu, who was honoured alongside the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, said the award demonstrated the continuing bond between Gregorians and their alma mater. He urged students to listen to their elders, study consistently and strive for excellence.
SANWO-OLU COMMENDS ST. GREGORY’S COLLEGE FOR EXCELLENCE
… As Lagos HOS, Others Receive Lifetime Achievement Award From College
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has commended St. Gregory’s College for its enduring contributions to education, character development and leadership, describing the institution as a remarkable pillar in the history of education in Lagos State and Nigeria.
Governor Sanwo-Olu gave the commendation on Saturday, 26th September, 2026, at the Grand Reception and Lifetime Achievement Awards, organised by the St. Gregory’s Old Boys’ Association, held at the Naval Dockyard, Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Representing the Governor at the ceremony, the Lagos State Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, said St. Gregory’s College had consistently demonstrated the transformative power of quality education, with its alumni distinguishing themselves across the Public Service, business, academia, the professions and other fields of endeavour.
The Governor particularly commended the establishment of the Endowment, Perpetual and Infrastructure Development Fund, describing it as a deliberate and commendable initiative aimed at preserving and strengthening the legacy of St. Gregory’s College for generations to come. He said the Fund would provide a platform for scholarships, modern infrastructure, innovation, capacity development and educational excellence.
At the ceremony, the Lagos State Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his exceptional achievements, distinguished service and enduring contributions to society, as well as for bringing honour and distinction to St. Gregory’s College, in a manner that exemplifies the finest ideals and traditions of a Gregorian.
Other distinguished honourees included the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Dr. Olayemi Cardoso; Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Olatunji Disu, Psc, FCIPM; His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, CON, Abisogun II, Oniru of Iruland; His Royal Majesty, Oba Mobadenle Obalade Oyekan, the Onilado of Ilado; His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdulsemiu Orimadegun Kasali, the Adegboruwa of Igbogbo; Chief Anthony Asuquo Ani, CON; and Dr. Abimbola Ogunkelu, MD, FACA, FWACP, FNCS, among others.
Cardoso, IGP, Abebe, Others Bag SGCOBA Lifetime Achievement Awards
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso; Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Olatunji Disu; former Justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Olabode Rhodes-Vivour; and distinguished medical practitioner and businessman, Dr. John Abebe, were among prominent Nigerians honoured by the St. Gregory’s College Old Boys’ Association (SGCOBA) for their contributions to society and their alma mater.
The honours were conferred at the weekend during a Grand Reception organised by SGCOBA at the Naval Dockyard, Victoria Island, Lagos, in honour of Cardoso and Disu, as well as the conferment of Lifetime Achievement Awards on distinguished old boys.
The event also featured the formal launch of the SGCOBA Endowment and Perpetual Fund, designed to provide sustainable financial support for the development and future of St. Gregory’s College.
Abebe, Emeritus President of SGCOBA, received particular recognition for decades of service to the college, his role in preserving its heritage and his contribution to its physical and academic development.
In his citation, the association described him as “a true son of St. Gregory’s College—a man in whom the College lives, and through whom its legacy has been renewed.”
A medical doctor, businessman and Chairman of Inducon Nigeria Limited, Abebe returned from postgraduate studies in 1979 and joined an Old Boys’ meeting as one of its youngest members. According to the citation, he subsequently resolved to contribute to the institution that had helped shape him.
The association credited him with playing a prominent role in defending the heritage of the college during the period of government takeover, including leading fellow Gregorians to court in an effort to prevent alterations to the school’s grounds.
His tenure as President of SGCOBA was also highlighted as a period of significant development. Elected unopposed in December 2012, Abebe oversaw projects that transformed several facilities at the college.
The citation listed the rehabilitation of the College Chapel, described as a mini-basilica with a capacity of 1,200 worshippers; renovation of the football field and cricket pitch; construction of the Grotto; establishment of the Monsignor Pedro Martins Laboratory Complex, comprising 12 modern laboratories; and expansion of the boarding facilities.
The association also recognised Abebe’s contribution to sports and youth development, particularly his longstanding involvement in cricket.
According to the citation, he has personally sponsored cricket in Nigeria for more than 40 years and provided sporting kits to young athletes.
As President of the Nigeria Cricket Federation, he was credited with running the federation without government funding and personally sponsoring national teams on international tours.
His support for education was also highlighted, with the association noting that he had awarded scholarships to indigent students of St. Gregory’s College.
Abebe, who was named a Distinguished Alumnus of the University of Lagos in 2017, was praised for a record of service built around voluntary contributions, personal relationships and commitment to the ideals of St. Gregory’s College.
The association said his contribution demonstrated that “true greatness lies not merely in what we acquire, but in what we give back.”
Speaking on behalf of the awardees, Disu expressed appreciation to SGCOBA for the recognition, describing an honour from one’s alma mater as particularly significant.
“The best award anybody can get in the world is the one given to him by his school. So this is the best that has ever happened to all of us,” he said. Disu, who described St. Gregory’s College as a great school, also spoke about the enduring bond among its old boys and the values instilled in students.
“St. Gregory’s College, in short, everywhere you go, you meet a Gregorian. A Gregorian is ever ready to assist any other Gregorian,” he said. He urged younger Nigerians to uphold the “Gregorian spirit”, respect their elders, continue learning and strive for excellence.
“When you look at the array of people here, all walk with pride. They do so well, anywhere you go you are sure to meet a Gregorian,” he added.
Other recipients of the Lifetime Achievement Awards included the Oniru of Iruland, HRM Oba Abdulwasiu Lawal; Adeboruwa of Igbogbo; HRM Oba Abdulsemiu Kasali; GTCO Group Chief Executive Officer, Segun Agbaje; Chief Anthony Asuquo Ani; Prince Francis Awogboro; Dr. Abimbola Ogunkelu; Sir Steve Omojafor; Dr. Charles Hammond; Ms. Benedicta Molokwu; Professor Nelson Oyesiku; Adetunji Oyebanji; Tunde Folawiyo; Ayodele Subair; Prince Abimbola Olashore; Lagos State Head of Service, Olabode Agoro; Rev. Dr. Sola Idowu; and Professor Wale Sulaiman.
The SGCOBA President, Francis Kudayah, said the awards were part of the association’s effort to recognise distinguished old boys who had excelled in their respective fields.
He said the event had two intertwined purposes: celebrating excellence and securing the future of St. Gregory’s College.
Kudayah also commended the awardees for representing the values of the institution in various sectors, including the judiciary, banking, business, medicine, public service, traditional institutions, oil and gas and corporate governance.
The occasion further provided an opportunity for the association to renew its commitment to the development of the college through the launch of the Endowment and Perpetual Fund.
A major contribution to the initiative came from Chief Dr. Michael Omolayole, who donated an additional 70,000 shares in a company listed on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX), bringing his total contribution to 100,000 shares.
The association said the fund would support educational programmes, scholarships, infrastructure, staff development, technology and other strategic initiatives.
The Grand Reception therefore combined the celebration of distinguished Gregorians with a renewed commitment to preserving and strengthening the institution that brought them together.
For SGCOBA, the Lifetime Achievement Awards represented not only recognition of individual accomplishments but also a celebration of the enduring values, brotherhood and legacy of St. Gregory’s College.
Photo 1) The Inspector General of Police Mr Tunji Disu, the Lagos State Head of Service, Mr Bode Agoro, Justice Olabode Rhodes-Vivour (retired Supreme Court justice), Sir Steve Omojafor (co-founder of Rosabel Advertising Agency, founder of STB-McCann Lagos and former chairman of Zenith Bank) and Mr Francis Kudaya (president of the St Gregory's College Old Boys Association)
Photo 2) The Oniru of Iru (Victoria Island and parts of Lekki), Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, CON (Abisogun II), receiving his award.
Photo 3) Mr Bode Agoro (Lagos State Head of Service) receiving his award.
Photo 4) Dr John Abebe (chairman of Inducon Nigeria, son of Sir Christopher Abebe and brother of Stella Obasanjo) receives his award.
Someone has publicly supported Peter Obi for many years across the 2023 and 2027 elections seasons. The person's posts over a 4-year period show that he supports Obi.
Many of these people have even taken their support for Obi offline. They have attended campaign rallies, worn Obi T-shirts, etc.
Some of them are even aides to Obi. You see them at events with Peter Obi, they hold meetings with other Obidients, etc.
But when these people that are well known do something, funny people will open their mouths and say, "How do you know that they are Obidients"?
The real question is why don't you know anything??
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