By Sani Aliyu, Zaria The 1995 set of Old Students of Demonstration Secondary School, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has a...
By Sani Aliyu, Zaria
The 1995 set of Old Students of Demonstration Secondary School, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has announced plans to construct a Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centre for their alma mater, as part of efforts to give back to the institution that shaped their academic foundation.
Chairman of the 1995 set, Professor Yahaya Muhammad Sani of ABU Zaria, made the disclosure during a reunion meeting held at the NAERLS Ultra-Modern Conference Hall over the weekend.
According to him, the initiative is one of several interventions the set plans to undertake in support of the school’s development. He also revealed that plans are underway to donate a school bus, which he described as a critical need for the school.
"We believe in giving back to the institution that made us who we are. This reunion has also allowed us to reconnect with some of our classmates who are in need of support — financially and otherwise,” Prof. Sani said.
As part of their motivation strategy, the group has instituted an annual academic performance award, presenting gifts to the best students in each year group to encourage excellence and healthy competition.
"We are committed to staying connected with the school and offering assistance whenever the need arises,” he added, while commending the members of the 1995 set for their unwavering support in organizing the reunion.
In his remarks, Principal of Demonstration Secondary School, Dr. Abdulkareem Adamu Biu, appealed to the National Assembly to enact a law that would enable the National Universities Commission (NUC) to formally recognize Demonstration Secondary Schools within universities.
“The NUC only recognizes Staff Schools (primary section), leaving out secondary schools, despite the dedication and competence of our teachers. If recognized, our academic standard and discipline will only be further strengthened,” Dr. Biu said.
He also praised the school's record of discipline and academic excellence, proudly stating that the institution remains free from cultism and other social vices, providing an enabling environment for learning.
The ceremony featured the recognition and honoring of serving staff members, as well as outstanding contributors among the 1995 DEMOSA alumni.
The alumni expressed optimism that their contributions would inspire other graduating sets to undertake similar development initiatives in support of the school.
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