Alumni urge return of Egbeoba High School to its original location
The Alumni Association of Egbeoba High School, Ikole Ekiti is calling on the Federal Government to relocate the school back to its original site. Prof. Femi Omotoso, the association's national president, highlighted the negative impact of the school's displacement on its development and student morale. The alumni are investing heavily in legacy projects to mark the institution’s 70th anniversary and strengthen its infrastructure. They believe returning to the historic site is vital for the school's continued growth and excellence.
What we know
- Prof. Femi Omotoso stated that the school's relocation from its original site in 2000 hurt its development and tradition.
- The alumni association is committing over N300 million to projects, including a state-of-the-art ICT centre and a new school bus.
- The school has a strong record in academic competitions, leadership training, and extracurricular achievements.
- Ayodele Ajiboye, chairman of the anniversary committee, emphasized the emotional connection alumni have to the original site.
- The association praised the support of the Governor Biodun Oyebanji administration and called for further investment in technology-driven learning.
