The Unity High School Ago-Ika, Abeokuta Old Students Association, also known as UNISOSA, has launched its national executive officers. The inauguration, held recently, marked a new chapter in the history of the alumni association. Kabiru Odusiji, the pioneer National President, pledged to prioritize infrastructural development, student and teacher welfare, and organizational consolidation. Odusiji, a former Secretary to Abeokuta North Local Government, graduated from the school in 1992.
Odusiji expressed his gratitude to members for electing him as their leader, describing it as an honor and a call to service. He emphasized the importance of alumni involvement in advancing education, stating that the government cannot shoulder school development alone. Odusiji encouraged old students to support the government by undertaking small projects to assist the school. He also highlighted the need for support to extend to teachers, who require teaching aids, financial support, and better facilities.
The UNISOSA president outlined his administration's four-point focus on improving school infrastructure, assisting students, supporting teachers, and consolidating UNISOSA. Several planned interventions were highlighted, including providing chairs, pencils, books, and stationery to students. The association also plans to provide tables and chairs for teachers in the classroom and staff room. Odusiji appealed to members for moral and financial support, promising accountability.
The newly inaugurated national executives include Odusiji Kabiru Ayinla, Ogunyinka Rasheed Olu, Ogunbayo Gbenga Olatoye, Onabote Olubukola Bamidele, Abiodun Kehinde Ibrahim, and Ogunleye Sulaimon Ajasa. Others are Ajayi Mojisola Olajumoke, Salami Olawale Adigun, Tella Ahmed Yemi, Balogun Abosede Mariam, Abeeb Ajayi, Yusuff Temitope Simbiat, and Pastor Oluleye Odofin Omotola. The Electoral Committee Chairperson, Mrs Rofia Ayoade, described the inauguration as a historic milestone for UNISOSA.
Mrs Ayoade commended committee members, elders, and the former caretaker chairman, Rasheed, for their contributions to a smooth transition. She urged members to cooperate with the new leadership. Speaking on behalf of the Board of Trustees, Elder Olayemi Akeem Rafiu urged the executives to maintain cohesion and prioritize key needs. Rafiu noted that the decision of the former caretaker chairman to serve as First Vice-President ensured leadership continuity.
Elder Rafiu added that projects like toilet construction and perimeter fencing require urgent attention. He commended the new leadership, citing their emergence through consensus with no rancor. The Board of Trustees member expressed confidence in the ability of the new executives to deliver. The inauguration event marked a significant milestone in the history of UNISOSA.
The association aims to work with the government and the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology to promote the school and develop its infrastructure. With the new leadership in place, UNISOSA is poised to make a positive impact on the school and its community. Key initiatives will focus on improving school infrastructure, supporting students and teachers, and consolidating the association.
Key points
- The Unity High School Ago-Ika, Abeokuta Old Students Association has inaugurated its pioneer national executive officers.
- The association aims to prioritize infrastructural development, student and teacher welfare, and organizational consolidation.
- The new leadership has outlined several planned interventions to improve school infrastructure and support students and teachers.
