GCI Scholar, Ogunnaike Babatunde (1966) - William L. Friend Chair and Dean of the University of Delaware's College of Engineering named to Chemical Heritage Board
||Engineering Dean named to Chemical Heritage Board||
Ogunnaike brings academic and industry experience to the Chemical Heritage Foundation Board of Directors
Babatunde Ogunnaike, William L. Friend Chair and dean of the University of Delaware College of Engineering, has been named to the board of directors of the Chemical Heritage Foundation. His term extends until June 30, 2020.
The Chemical Heritage Foundation, based in Philadelphia, preserves scientific history and ..... Read More
GCIOBA-1991B Set Donates N1M to GCI Educational Board
Alumni of the Government College, Ibadan, Oyo State, known as Class-91B Set, have donated N1m to the school for infrastructural upgrade.
The set made the donation during its 20th anniversary, a statement said.
While presenting the cheque to the Chairman, GCI Educational Foundation, Mr. Yomi Jones, the set�s chairman, Alloysius Bazuaye, said the alumni were committed to supporting an infrastructural upgrade of the school.
While delivering the set�s anniversary speech, Bazuaye recounted ..... Read More
Adeyanju Gbenga (1973 Sept., Grier) appointed as the Ondo State Commissioner of Police
Mr. Adeyanju took over from Hilda Ibifuro-Harrison, who has been promoted to the position of an Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG).
Olugbenga Adeyanju, the new Commissioner of Police redeployed to Ondo State, assumed duties on Tuesday.
After meeting with Governor Rotimi Akeredolu in Akure, Mr. Adeyanju addressed reporters and vowed to tackle sources of insecurity in the state. He said the police would work with other security agencies in the state to address herdsmen attacks, ..... Read More
GCIOBA-Ibadan Branch Awards Akin Orowale (1968) and University Press Plc.
The Ibadan Branch of Government College Ibadan Old Boys Association also known as The Mother Branch or The Home Branch celebrated her 2017 Annual Luncheon on Sunday, 10th of September, 2017 at Felicia Hall of Jogor Centre, Ibadan.
The classy event held under the chairmanship of the Branch Chairman, Engr Olufemi Babalola (1975), was themed 'MADE IN NIGERIA: CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXPORT'. The Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Export Promotion Council, Mr Segun Awolowo ..... Read More
AKINTERINWA Adewale (1974, Swanston) sworn in as a Commissioner in Ondo State.
The Ondo State Governor, Mr. Rotimi Akeredolu, on Wednesday said he met a debt burden of N220,588,125,731.00 when he came to power in February 2017, saying the economic situation of the state was bad.
In spite of the economic condition, the governor said the administration had designed some ways to boost the Internally Generated Revenue of the state which would soon be yielding positive result.
The governor stated this at the swearing-in of the new commissioners and special advisers held ..... Read More
How a legendary Old Boy of GCI, Sanusi Joseph Adegoke (later Adelabu), (1931), died.
When next are you going to be in the city of Ibadan?
One of the places you must endeavour to visit in the historic town is Taj Mahal in Oke Oluokun. That�s the residence and final resting place of Alhaji Adegoke Adelabu, the Lion of the West.
Adelabu needs no introduction. He was the afternoon star that scared the elderly. He was the morning dew that drenched both friends and foes. More than fifty-nine years after his death, he refused to be forgotten. For those who are not familiar with ..... Read More
The Professor Akinkugbe National Medical Quiz Competition
As part of efforts to improve medical education and practice in Nigeria, leading healthcare company GSK Pharmaceuticals has signed a memorandum of understanding with the College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, to sponsor the Biennial Emeritus Professor O. O Akinkugbe National Inter-Medical School Quiz Competition.
Organized by the College of Medicine, University of Ibadan in honor of Professor O.O Akinkugbe, a distinguished alumni, for his immense contribution to the University in the ..... Read More
Comedian Peteru, of the 1997 Set Signs Endorsement Deal With An Automobile Company
Ibadan-based comedian, Olowomoyela Oluwatobi Lawrence, popularly known as Peteru, has signed an endorsement deal with notable auto marketers in the city of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, as its brand ambassador.
The year long deal, worth millions, came with a car for the entertainer.
It was gathered that the endorsement will see Peteru represents Shashi Impex Autos at notable auto gatherings, social media engagements and seeks a new face for young generation market penetration.
ADERINOLA Adelani (3158, Powell, 1976) appointed as a Permanent Secretary/Tutor-General in Osun State.
Two public school principals in Osun State, Mr. Adelani Aderinola and Mrs. Grace Ajiboye have been appointed as Permanent Secretaries/Tutors-General by Governor Rauf Aregbesola.
Aderinola was a principal at Laro Timehin Middle/High School, Osogbo while Ajiboye was the principal for ADC High School, Apomu.
According to a press release signed by the Head of Service of the State, Sunday Owoeye on Wednesday, Aregbesola approved Aderinola and Ajiboye�s appointment after excelling during the ..... Read More
Tribute to late Akinyemi Akinloye (1966) who fell in the line of duty.
The tears are yet to dry for the late major Akinloye Akinyemi despite the burial of his remains in Lagos last Friday. Those who knew him are still mourning the loss of this outstanding office, who stood out among his peers. He is being mourned more by his colleagues in the Army, some of who are generals today. Akinyemi�s remains were buried at the Victoria Court Cemetery, Lagos, after a funeral service at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, The Lord Central Parish, Lekki.
The body was ..... Read More