Old students of Okene Secondary School have been called upon to mobilise resources and support towards reviving the school and making it safe and conducive for teaching and learning.
Chairman of the 2026 National Convention Committee of the Okene Secondary School Old Students Association, OSSOSA, Mr. Ebenezer Adurodija, made the call while addressing members at the association’s convention in Okene, Kogi State.
Mr. Adurodija, who is also the National Treasurer of OSSOSA, described the school as more than just blocks of classrooms, saying it is a citadel of excellence that has shaped lives through learning and character formation.
He called for the development of a deliberate communication strategy and database of both old and current students to ensure that all members remain connected and actively involved in the affairs of the school.
Mr. Adurodija urged the incoming executive to make unity and the welfare of both old and current students a priority, saying the convention should usher in a new beginning based on responsible leadership.
The pioneer National President of OSSOSA, Alhaji Abubakar AbdulSalam, appreciated members for making the convention a reality.
He expressed concern over the low number of students currently enrolled in the school and called on members to support an enrollment drive to attract more students.
Meanwhile, Mr. Momoh Mustapha has emerged as the new National President of OSSOSA for a four-year term, following an amendment of the association’s constitution extending the tenure of the executive from two to four years.
In his acceptance speech, Mr. Mustapha thanked members for the confidence reposed in him and other elected executive members.
He pledged to address issues raised at the convention, including alleged encroachment on the school’s land, insecurity, low student enrollment and the need for a bus to convey students to and from the school.
