The September 2026 General Meeting of the Festac Grammar School Class of 1998 Alumni Association was held on Saturday, 26 September 2026 at Villa Park Hotel.
The meeting formed the official business phase of a three-part programme that also included the swearing-in and transition to the 2026–2028 Executive Committee and the Association’s 10th Anniversary celebration.
The meeting therefore represented both a regular General Meeting and an important point of institutional transition.
Opening Proceedings
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 3:10 PM by BOT Chairman Gerald Azonobo.
The opening prayer was led by Engineer Tayo Orebela, after which members observed the National and School Anthems.
The previous meeting minutes were not read during this meeting.
BOT Chairman’s Address
A Call for Participation and Unity
The BOT Chairman opened the business proceedings with a call for stronger participation, unity and support for the incoming Executive administration.
Members were encouraged to avoid divisions, disengagement and conduct capable of weakening fellowship and institutional progress.
CAC, SCUML & Regulatory Update
Institutional Registration & Compliance
Members received an update on the Association’s CAC and SCUML processes, related newspaper publication and the change of Secretary recorded as part of the regularisation process.
The BOT Chairman reported that the major registration and compliance work had been completed and that associated processing costs had been borne from Association funds.
Constitution & Bylaws
Distribution of Governing Documents
Printed copies of the Association’s Constitution and Bylaws were distributed to members present.
The printing had been personally funded by the BOT Chairman in fulfilment of an earlier commitment.
Financial Report
Updated Financial Report to Follow
The outgoing BOT advised that the updated financial report would be presented at a subsequent meeting after final adjustments relating to the completed CAC and regulatory processes.
Support for the New Executive
Supporting the Incoming Administration
Members were encouraged to support the incoming Executive Committee and recognise the responsibility accepted by those undertaking leadership roles.
The outgoing BOT emphasised that effective administration would require cooperation from members both within Nigeria and in the diaspora.
Participation Group Review
Review of Group Structure
The meeting considered concerns regarding the effectiveness of the existing participation-group structure, including a proposal to discontinue Group F and redistribute its members among the remaining groups.
Some members expressed reservations about the proposal.
This was a proposal under discussion. The approved Groups A–F structure remains in place unless formally changed.
Banking & Welfare Structure
Proposed Association Accounts
Members received an update on the proposed opening of new Association bank accounts. The intended structure discussed was:
- Premium Trust BankMembership Dues
- Globus BankWelfare
Account opening remained subject to completion of the required documentation.
The meeting also discussed maintaining a dedicated welfare structure so that funds intended for member welfare would remain distinct from funds available for projects and other Association purposes.
Agro-Investment Project
Research and Feasibility Continues
The Agro-Investment initiative remained at the research and feasibility stage.
Further work was requested on suitable land and viable crops within the previously discussed indicative budget range of ₦3 million–₦3.5 million.
Swearing-In & Executive Transition
Transition to the 2026–2028 Executive Committee
During the programme, members of the 2026–2028 Executive Committee were formally sworn into office, marking the transition from BOT-led stewardship to renewed elected Executive administration.
- PresidentOluwagbemiga A. Oladiran
- Vice PresidentChristian Okoh
- General SecretaryPrince Gogo Chidiebere
- Assistant General SecretaryMabel Obaye
- Financial SecretaryAyodele Ogunniyi
- TreasurerMarian Obafemi
- Public Relations OfficerAdedayo Nnadozie
- ProvostHassan Yussuf
President’s First Address
A New Administration Begins
Following the transition, President Oluwagbemiga Oladiran thanked the Board of Trustees for its stewardship and expressed appreciation to the incoming Executive members for accepting responsibility.
He also acknowledged the wider membership and called for continued support as the new administration assumed responsibility for the Association.
Partnership Update
Proposed Pad the Girl Initiative
Members received an update concerning discussions with an external organisation and a proposed Pad the Girl initiative scheduled for November 2026.
Members were encouraged to participate should the collaboration proceed.
Digital Archive & Institutional Memory
Preserving the Association’s Records
The meeting also raised the need for a structured repository for photographs, documents and historical records so that important Association material would not be lost over time.
Closing
Adjournment
The formal meeting was adjourned by Gerald Azonobo and seconded by Imeobong Akpan.
The closing prayer was led by Ronke Okuneye, after which the programme transitioned into the anniversary celebration and fellowship phase.
Summary
Key Outcomes
Executive Transition
The 2026–2028 Executive Committee was formally sworn into office.
Registration & Compliance
The major CAC and SCUML regularisation work was reported as completed.
Governing Documents
Printed copies of the Constitution and Bylaws were distributed to members present.
Banking & Welfare
Separate dues and welfare accounts were proposed, subject to documentation.