By Sharon Emephia
In a historic event that paid tribute to the school’s enduring legacy of excellence, Government Secondary School (GSS), Bwari under the FCT Secondary Education Board has marked its 45th anniversary with a week -long colourful activities celebration, bringing together past and present staff, alumni, students, and well-wishers.
In her anniversary welcome address, the Director /Principal of the prestigious school,Mrs Nkoli Okedo described the 45th as a milestone and celebration of the school’s enduring legacy of excellence, discipline, and character development since its establishment. She noted that the institution has grown into a citadel of learning, consistently producing generations of outstanding students who have made meaningful contributions to society.
She commended the Hon. Minister, FCT, Barr. Nyesome Wike CON for the ongoing massive renovations in the School and also expressed appreciation to the Education Management led by Dr Danlami Hayyo for his commitment to the advancement of Education in the FCT.
She thanked the key stakeholders, which include the alumni, staff, parents, and partners, for their sustained support and contributions to the growth of the school.
She further urged students to remain focused and uphold the institution’s values, while calling for continued collaboration towards critical developmental projects such as the provision of a school bus, smart boards, and a functional e-library to enhance teaching and learning.
Okedo reaffirmed the commitment of the school to continue to build on its legacy for future generations.
Other various speakers at the event commended the foresight of the founding fathers and acknowledged the roles played by past Administrators in laying a solid foundation for the school.
They noted that GSS Bwari has, over the years, distinguished itself in academics, character formation, and extracurricular activities.
They commended the Director/ Principal for remembering their services after such a long.
The Students also participated actively in the celebration through cultural and calIenstinic displays, drama presentations, exhibitions of entrepreneurial projects, and musical performances to add colour and vibrancy to the occasion.
Alumni of the school from different parts of the country, expressed pride in being associated with the institution and pledged continued support towards its development.
The highlight of the colourful celebration was the honouring of past officers,such as former principals, vice principals, and senior staffs who were recognised for their dedication and valuable contributions to the school’s progress , unveiling of the school magazine and cutting of the Anniversary cake.
The week – long colourful 45th anniversary celebration which was held within the school premises commenced
with thanksgiving,followed by community medical outreach,visits to charitable homes, anniversary lecture/ symposium, interactive alumni mentorship sessions, quiz competitions, football match ,launch of Alumni Support initiative and the grand finale with awards presentations had in attendance dignitaries from the FCT Secondary Education Board led by the Director/ Secretary,Hajia Fatima Baba Gambo, Director, School Services,Ubeb,Mr Victor Orifah, Ancopss led by it’s President,Dr Jiya Mohammed and Stakeholders from various walks of life.