THE Gamaliel & Susan Onosode Foundation (GAMSU) and the Olubunmi Alao Foundation (OAF) on Wednesday, May 27, celebrated the 2026 Children’s Day with more than 100 children drawn from schools and community-based organisations in Surulere, Lagos.

The event, held at Adeniji Primary School, Surulere, brought together pupils from Adeniji Primary School, Obele Primary School, Dolly Children Foundation and Destiny Trust Foundation for a day of educational, recreational and talent-development activities.

The celebration attracted teachers, parents, community leaders and representatives of both foundations, who reiterated the importance of investing in children as a pathway to national development.

Speaking at the event, officials of the foundations said the initiative was designed to promote learning, creativity, self-confidence and social inclusion among children, particularly those from underserved communities.

According to them, Children’s Day provides an opportunity to recognise the rights, aspirations and potential of young people while encouraging stakeholders to support their development.

The programme featured goodwill messages, spelling bee competitions, music performances, dance presentations and other interactive activities aimed at fostering creativity and personal growth among participants.

Many of the children showcased exceptional talents during the event, earning applause from parents, teachers and guests.

The organisers said the activities were carefully designed to create a memorable experience for the children while reinforcing the importance of education and character development.

As part of the celebration, educational materials, including books and backpacks, were distributed to all participating children.

The foundations said the gesture was intended to support learning and encourage academic excellence among the beneficiaries.

They noted that beyond the festivities, the event underscored the need for stronger collaboration among non-governmental organisations, schools, communities and development partners in advancing child welfare and educational opportunities.

According to the organisers, sustainable investments in children remain critical to building a more inclusive, productive and prosperous society.

They urged governments, private sector organisations and well-meaning Nigerians to continue supporting initiatives that promote the welfare, education and protection of children.

The event ended with recreational activities, games and presentations by the children, who expressed appreciation to the organisers for providing an opportunity to learn, interact and celebrate.

The Gamaliel & Susan Onosode Foundation (GAMSU) has honoured Master Ajisafe Qoreebulah Olamilekan with the Gamaliel Onosode Award for Academic Excellence.

The award was presented during the foundation’s Founders’ Day and 13th anniversary celebration held in Osogbo, Osun State.

Qoreebulah, an alumnus of Eeman Foundation College, Boripe Community, achieved straight A grades in the 2024/2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

His performance was officially confirmed by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) at its Annual General Council Meeting.

The award recipient is currently a 100-level student of Medicine and Surgery at the Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila-Orangun, Osun State.

According to GAMSU, the award was established to promote academic excellence and encourage students to pursue outstanding performance through discipline and consistency.

Mrs. Toyin Olanrewaju, Executive Director of GAMSU, said the recognition was intended to inspire young people to strive for excellence.

“This kind of achievement deserves to be celebrated. When we honour excellence, we signal that excellence is the standard,” she said.

She added that the foundation remained committed to sustaining the values and legacy of the late Gamaliel Onosode through educational support initiatives.

The award comprised a certificate of recognition and a laptop for the student.

Eeman Foundation College also received a cash prize of N250,000 and a certificate of recognition for nurturing academic excellence.

Founded in May 2013, GAMSU is a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing quality education through infrastructure development, scholarships, teacher support and youth empowerment programmes.

Gamaliel & Susan Onosode Foundation (GAMSU) has presented the prestigious Gamaliel Onosode Award for Academic Excellence to Master Shalom Adesina, a distinguished alumnus of Rehoboth College, Tanke, Ilorin.

This is contained in a statement signed by Mrs Toyin Olanrewaju, Executive Director, GAMSU, and made available to newsmen on Monday in Lagos.

Olanrewaju said that Adesina, who is currently a medical student at the University of Ilorin, Kwara State, was honoured for his exceptional academic performance in the 2023/2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC), where he achieved straight A’s in all subjects.

She said that the award ceremony, which held at the premises of Rehoboth College, was attended by students, staff, and proud parents, who gathered to celebrate Shalom’s remarkable success.

According to her, the award is instituted by GAMSU to reward academic excellence and inspire young minds across Nigeria.

She added that the Gamaliel Onosode Award for Academic Excellence includes both a certificate of recognition and a special gift for the recipient and the school.

“The award not only highlights individual brilliance but also underscores the recipient’s educational environment. In this case, it served as a testament to Rehoboth College’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence and discipline,” Olanrewaju said.

She said that the celebration of excellence served as a beacon of inspiration for students nationwide, reinforcing the message that commitment and character truly yields enduring rewards.

For Adesina’s parents, the recognition was deeply emotional and fulfilling.

Speaking at the event, they described the award as a powerful affirmation of the values they hold dear – hard work, resilience, and faith and expressed heartfelt gratitude for the public acknowledgment of their son’s dedication and success.