By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin 
The 1983 set of African Church Grammar School, Oka-Akoko, Ondo State, has commissioned a renovated four-classroom block for the school amid celebrations marking their reunion programme.
The old students also donated books and writing materials to pupils, announced a ₦1m scholarship scheme for students, and pledged free JAMB registration forms for selected learners as part of efforts to support academic development.
Speaking at the event, the Olubaka of Oka-Akoko, HRM Oba (Dr.) Yusuf Adebori Adeleye (OON, JP), commended the alumni for giving back to their alma mater and urged members to sustain unity and cooperation within the association.
Represented by the Asemo of Iboje Oka, High Chief Matthew Ofosola, the monarch advised current students to properly maintain the renovated facility and avoid acts capable of damaging the project.
He noted that the school had earned recognition for positive achievements and encouraged students to pursue academic excellence so they could also contribute meaningfully to the institution in the future.
The General President of the Old Students’ Association, Mr. Ogidan, represented by Olori Taiwo, lauded the initiative and urged the 1983 set to maintain close collaboration with the national body to ensure proper documentation of their activities.
Earlier, the Chairman of the 1983 set, Prof. Henri Oripeloye, said the project was achieved through collective commitment among members, adding that the gesture was driven by a desire to restore pride and improve learning conditions in the school.
The Don also encouraged other successful alumni across the world to embark on impactful projects that would benefit students.
Chairman of the renovation committee, Oki Olusegun, attributed the successful completion of the project to the cooperation of members, while the commissioning committee chairman, Bishop Ologun Adebayo Thompson, assured that the set would continue initiatives aimed at improving the school’s standard.
In his remarks, the school principal, Mr. Aminu Olugbenga, appreciated the alumni for their intervention, describing the project as transformational and pledging that the facilities would be properly maintained.
He noted that the achievements of the 1983 set reflected the school’s legacy of producing leaders across various sectors.
As part of additional support initiatives, Prof. Oripeloye promised to assist deserving students in securing admission opportunities, while Dr. Adiji Ayodele pledged JAMB forms for 55 prefects and other students.
Bishop Thompson also distributed imported writing materials, and Prof. Gabriel Ehinola assured assistance for any student who gains admission into Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko.