Gbongan Ode Omu Anglican Grammar School Alumnus Clears WAEC Fees for 26 Students

A philanthropist and alumnus of Gbongan Ode Omu Anglican Grammar School, Mr. Suuti Kolawole Abefe famously called Kola Customs, has fully settled the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) fees of 26 students in the school. The noble gesture, which amounted to ₦1,011,050, was carried out at the school premises on Monday in Ayedaade Local Government Area of Osun State.

At a special event held at the school to mark the occasion, Mr. Kolawole explained that his decision was driven by a desire to support parents struggling with financial difficulties and to inspire the students to take their education seriously. He emphasized that with hard work and dedication, they could achieve greatness regardless of their backgrounds.

The Balogun of Gbonganland, High Chief Quoozem Onikepe, who was present at the event, lauded Mr. Kolawole’s generosity, recalling his humble beginnings. He urged other sons and daughters of Gbongan to follow his example by supporting the less privileged and complementing the government’s efforts in providing quality education for all.

Other dignitaries in attendance included High Chief Onifade (Osi Otun Olufi of Gbonganland), High Chief Oyetola (Odofin of Gbonganland), and High Chief Ayanwale (Osi Balogun of Gbonganland).

Expressing their gratitude, the school’s principal, Mr. Abel O. Adesanmi, and the senior girl Akinleye Adeola, speaking on behalf of her colleagues, thanked Mr. Kolawole for his kindness. They described his act as a life-changing opportunity for the beneficiaries and pledged to make the most of it.

The event was marked with excitement, prayers, and words of encouragement, as students and staff alike celebrated the rare act of generosity, hoping it would inspire more well-meaning individuals to invest in the education of future generations.