Temidire Community in Ibarapa East Local Government Area, Oyo State, was filled with excitement and jubilation on Tuesday as the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Debo Ogundoyin, officially commissioned and handed over the newly constructed Temidire Secondary School. The event coincided with his 39th birthday, making the day a double celebration of personal milestone and community development.
The commissioning ceremony, which began at exactly 12pm, featured cultural performances by pupils of the school, setting a festive tone for the occasion. The project, executed on behalf of the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, was formally handed over by the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Olusegun Olayiwola. The event drew top government officials, traditional rulers, community leaders, party members, and residents.
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In his address, Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin expressed profound gratitude to God for the opportunity to witness this historic milestone for Temidire and surrounding villages. He highlighted the long-standing challenge faced by over fourteen neighboring villages, whose graduating pupils had no access to a local secondary school, forcing them to travel to Oloke in Ogun State or Eruwa town for education, an obstacle that imposed financial burdens, safety risks, and contributed to school dropouts.
“Today is not just about commissioning a building; it is about fulfilling a promise, restoring hope, and investing in the future of our children. Promise made, promise kept,” the Speaker declared.
The newly constructed school features two blocks, each with three spacious, well-ventilated classrooms, fully furnished offices for staff and the Principal, and modern toilet facilities for both students and staff, ensuring a conducive environment for learning. The school is set to commence academic activities in September with its pioneer students.
Baale of Temidire Community, speaking on behalf of the people, lauded Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin for his development initiatives, recalling the community’s years of struggle to establish a secondary school and acknowledging the Speaker’s commitment and perseverance in achieving the feat.
Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin, while acknowledging the support of Governor Makinde and other dignitaries, emphasized that the project was driven by the urgent educational needs of the community. He reiterated his dedication to grassroots development, highlighting ongoing projects, including the near-completion of a secondary school at Ojonamo, the Maya Town Hall, a functional Primary Health Centre at Lagaye, construction of a mosque at Oloro, a youth movement secretariat in Eruwa, and the sinking of over 40 boreholes across the constituency.
The Speaker urged parents, teachers, and students to take ownership of the facility, stressing that education remains the most powerful tool for societal transformation and sustainable development. He also commended the contractors and artisans for delivering quality work in line with approved standards.
The commissioning of Temidire Secondary School stands as a testament to Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin’s commitment to transforming lives through education, marking his birthday with a legacy that will benefit generations to come.
