Oluchi Chibuzor
The Baptist Academy Old Students Association (BAOSA) recently held its fourth thanksgiving and remembrance service in memory of 19 old boys who passed away in 2023.
The event, with the theme, ‘Blest Be the Ties That Binds’, provided an opportunity for old boys to share fond memories they cherished together with the departed.
Speaking at the event in Lagos recently, the President of BAOSA, Akin Fatunke, admonished participants that every moment they have together should be cherished and seen as an opportunity to leave positive marks on the sands of time.
“We pray for the repose of their souls. We take solace in the memorable moments we had together, the impact they made on us, and the legacies they left behind,” said Fatunke.
Among the late members and their class set are Prof. Ayo Olukotun (1970), Mr. Tunde Oluwole (HSC 1976/1978), Barr. Augustus Oladele Koku (1958), Mr. Ayodeji Olayinka Aina (2006), Engr. Babatunde Adeyeye (1970/72) Arch/Barr. Gbenga Oyefule (1975), Mr. Sunday Ogunbameru (HSC 1978 to 1980), Dr. Ndubisi Unegwu (1976), Mr. Umoh Ekong (1977), Engr. Charles Olatunji Idowu (1946).
Others include Dr. Bolaji Ajenifuja (1950), Dr. Samuel Kunle Emdin (1968), Barr. Ibukunle Alao Babajide (1977), Dr. John Olajide Ope (1991), Dr. Ayotunde Bamgbose (1973), Mr. Taiwo Dahunsi (1978), Mr. Lanre Adewusi (1967), Olaseni Olurotimi Sanyaolu (1980), Rtd. Maj. Gen. Ekundayo Babakayode Opaleye (1964).
Giving a short exhortation, Pastor Olumide Olugbenle urged BAOSA to take advantage of technology to stay in touch with one another.
He said, “For us that are alive, we must be grateful for the word of God, his abiding presence, our family and the community. Let us continue to be on the lookout for one another that is the way to keep the ties that bind.”
