The 1984 Set of Authorities Secondary School (GSS) Biu has celebrated their fortieth anniversary with a reunion that highlighted their dedication to legacy growth tasks.
Held on the college premises underneath the theme “Position of Alumni in Societal Improvement and Unity,” the occasion introduced collectively alumni, dignitaries, and notable company.
His Excellency Amb. Lt. Gen. Tukur Yusufu Buratai (Rtd), former Chief of Army Staff, was represented by Brig. Gen. Abdullahi Dadan-Garba (Rtd), Director Common of the Tukur Buratai Institute for Warfare and Peace. Borno State Deputy Governor, Hon. Usman Umar Kadafur, attended because the Particular Visitor of Honour, whereas Hon. Prof. Haruna Yerima of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria delivered a keynote tackle.
Alumni Contributions to Improvement
In his welcome tackle, (Rtd), Performing President of the 1984 Alumni Set,
Maj. Gen. Abdulmalik Bulama Biu expressed gratitude to attendees and mirrored on the formative function GSS Biu performed of their lives.
He emphasised the alumni’s dedication to giving again, asserting the development of six latrines with water reticulation as an preliminary venture.
“We owe our successes to the stable basis laid at GSS Biu. This reunion is a chance to mirror on our journey and contribute meaningfully to our alma mater,” Maj. Gen. Biu mentioned.
Amb. Lt. Gen. Buratai, represented by Brig. Gen. Dadan-Garba, counseled the alumni’s initiatives.
“This reunion celebrates shared historical past and enduring bonds. Your tasks uplift the college and set a benchmark for others,” he acknowledged.
Keynote speaker Prof. Haruna Yerima highlighted the function of alumni in schooling.
“Supporting schooling by way of alumni contributions is a strategic funding in nationwide growth,” he mentioned, urging continued mentorship and {financial} assist.
Deputy Governor Kadafur praised the alumni’s collective efforts. “The actions of the GSS Biu alumni exemplify the ability of neighborhood spirit. Their contributions encourage others to assist instructional establishments, the muse of societal progress,” he famous.
Recognition and Awards
The occasion acknowledged people for his or her contributions to schooling and neighborhood service.
Amb. Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai obtained the Award of Dedication to Excellence for his dedication to humanity.
Hon. Usman Umar Kadafur was honored with the Award of Excellence for his service to the neighborhood.
Extra awards went to Hon. Mukhtar Berata, Mohammed Goni Alkali, and late employees members Malam Garba, Hajiya Zara Kida, and Malam Bukar Wakshama. The Emir of Biu and Shani additionally obtained an Alumnus Appreciation Award.
Celebrating Legacy and Future Initiatives
The reunion concluded with a name to honor departed alumni members and a pledge to strengthen the college and its neighborhood.
