Ibadan Welcomes GCIOBA-North America Branch Chairman With A Grand Reception
Members of Government College Ibadan Old Boys Association - Ibadan Branch welcomed Deola Popoola (1971) - the Chairman of GCIOBA-North America Branch in a grand style.
A grand reception courtesy of Abiodun Odude (1971) - the Oyo State Commissioner of Police was held on Sunday, 26th of November, 2017 at his residence to celebrate the homecoming of his former classmate and good old friend.
The grand reception got into full swing as many 1971 Set members alongside their Young Girls trooped in for the epochal event.
The GCIOBA-Ibadan Branch Chairman, Femi Babalola (1975) and the Home Branch Executive Members, GCIOBA Ijebu Ode Branch Chairman ably represented by Kuyebi Pamilerin (1975) - the Branch Secretary; the First and Second GCIOBA National Vice - Presidents, Olaleye Falore (1962) and Funso Ogunkeye (1968); Prof. Jide Bademosi (1953), some Class Sets' Chairmen, and a host of medieval Old Boys and their Young Girls residing in Ibadan all graced the event.
The Reception compered by Adeniyi Adeoti (1980) featured Sing Song led by Fasina (1984), Opening Remarks by Femi Babalola (1975), Reminiscences shared by Gboyega Akindeko (1970), Femi Babalola (1975) and Kuyebi Pamilerin (1975); Old School Dance with rhythms from the Live Band, Remarks from the GCI Principal, Remarks from the Visiting Chairman, Vote of Thanks by the Hostess, Group Photograph, and a Toast to the Odudes rounded off the glamorous event.
The Senior School Principal, Dr B.T. Odekunle in his remarks thanked the North America Branch Chairman for keeping Government College Ibadan at heart despite the long miles apart. He appreciated his Branch for the series of project done for the School, and also their ever readiness to heed to the School's call whenever the need arises.
The Visiting Chairman was aglow with excitement, and exuberant with praises to the Old Boys at home for ensuring that his Alma Mater stood tall amidst its peers despite the unfavourable economy situation and unstable political power in Nigeria. He commended the proactive leadership of Government College Ibadan Old Boys Association, which has over the years made Government College Ibadan unique and great. He reiterated his confidence in GCI Old Boys, who have over the years in both public and private sectors in Nigeria and abroad exemplified the qualities of professionalism, hard work, integrity, accountability, prudence and selflessness. He assured everyone of the continuous support of his Branch for his Alma Mater.
The delectable Hostess and Young Girl of Biodun Odude (1971) appreciated everyone for partaking in the feast. She praised the Old Boys for sustaining the strong bond between them created since their GCI days, and noted that such enviable fellowship is second to none and worthy of emulation by other associations.
Otunba Dr Reuben Famuyibo and other top-notch personalities in the city of Ibadan also made it a date with the Physiotherapist.
PHOTOS DESCRIPTION L-R
A
1. Bosun Fasina (1984)
2. Babatunde Alao (1981)
3. Adeniyi Adeoti (1980)
4. Deola Popoola (1971) - Chairman, GCIOBA-North America Branch
5. Femi Babalola (1975) - Chairman, GCIOBA-Ibadan Branch
6. Yinka Adepoju (1971)
7. Dr B.T. Odekunle - GCI Principal.
B
1. Dr B.T. Odekunle - GCI Principal
2. Abiodun Odude (1971) - Host
3. Femi Ogunlesi (1971)