Education
Stakeholders Urge Graduating CSS Suleja Students to Embrace Skills Acquisition for Academic and Career Growth
By Joel Ajayi
It was a day of joy, reflection, and celebration as over 270 students of Command Secondary School (CSS), Suleja, Niger State, bid farewell to their alma mater after six years of rigorous academic and character training.
The 2025 graduation ceremony, held on Wednesday at the school premises, featured a colorful speech and prize-giving event, as well as the official launch of a book authored by the graduating class.
In his address, the Acting Commandant of the school, Lt. Col. Rufia Aliyu, commended the students for their hard work, dedication, and resilience throughout their academic journey.
“This graduation ceremony is more than a tradition—it’s a platform to celebrate excellence, launch books written by our students, and reward diligence among both students and staff,” he stated.
“We thank Almighty God for granting us the mandate to teach, guide, and counsel these young leaders of tomorrow. We are proud of their achievements and confident they are ready to compete and thrive anywhere in the world.”
Lt. Col. Aliyu highlighted the school’s steady progress in academics and infrastructure, noting that CSS Suleja continues to produce outstanding results in external examinations. She also expressed deep appreciation to parents and guardians for their unwavering support.
Addressing the graduating students directly, she said: “You’ve grown in knowledge and character; now you face the world. Remember the values we have instilled in you respect, integrity, discipline, and resilience. These will guide you through the next phase of your journey.”
Delivering the keynote address, Professor Isa Garba, Provost of the Nigerian Defence Academy, charged the graduates to embrace skills acquisition as a necessary complement to academic learning.
“In today’s world, whether you’re in economics, engineering, agriculture, or technology, practical skills are essential for success,” he emphasized.
“Skill acquisition is no longer optional; it is vital. Success is now measured not just by what you know, but by what you can do with what you know. Learn a skill related to your field of interest to enhance your academic foundation.”
Professor Garba further identified leadership, discipline, curiosity, ethics, and integrity as critical traits for lifelong success. He encouraged students to ask questions, stay curious, and continually improve themselves through reading and writing.
While cautioning against the misuse of digital tools such as smartphones and laptops which he noted can lead to academic decline when used irresponsibly he urged students to instead harness the power of the internet and social media for learning and personal development.
He also appealed to parents to allow their children the freedom to pursue their passions. “Please, let your children follow their dreams. When young people study what they love, they flourish,” he said.
The event ended on a high note, with applause and cheers from proud parents, teachers, and friends, who gathered to honor the accomplishments of the graduating class. As these students step into a new chapter of their lives, they do so armed with the values, discipline, and vision nurtured within the walls of Command Secondary School, Suleja.
Education
From Grassroots Football Administration to Academia: Nigeria Nationwide League One Chief Account Officer Adewale Earns PhD from Nasarawa State University
Cyril Ogar
The Chief Accountant officer of Nigeria Nationwide League NLO, Dr. Adeyinka Adewale has added a major academic milestone to his distinguished career, earning a PhD in Accounting from Nasarawa State University, in a journey that bridges football administration and scholarly excellence.
Born in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Dr. Adewale has built a career defined by academic distinction, professional expertise, and leadership in financial management.
His doctoral research, titled “Effect of Ownership Structure on the Value of Listed Financial Companies in Nigeria,” offers a rigorous empirical analysis of how ownership configurations influence firm valuation, contributing significantly to the discourse on corporate governance in emerging markets.
Dr. Adewale’s academic journey reflects a steady pursuit of excellence.
He holds a Higher National Diploma in Accounting from Lagos State Polytechnic, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, a Master’s degree in Public Accounting, and now a PhD—further cementing his reputation as a scholar-practitioner.
A Fellow of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (FCNA), he has amassed extensive experience in financial systems management, budgeting, and institutional administration.
He currently serves as Head of Finance and Administration at the , Nationwide League One (NLO) where he plays a pivotal role in overseeing financial strategy, regulatory compliance, and administrative operations supporting national football development.
Beyond administration, Dr. Adewale has made notable contributions to academic research, with publications in the KASU Journal of Accounting Research and Practice.
His works, including studies on institutional ownership, managerial ownership, and firm value, underscore his deep engagement with issues of corporate governance and financial performance.
His research is grounded in advanced econometric methods, particularly panel regression analysis, enabling detailed examination of firm-level data over time and offering insights into the relationship between ownership structures and organizational performance.
With research interests spanning corporate governance, ownership structure, firm valuation, and public sector financial management, Dr. Adewale remains committed to advancing transparency, accountability, and efficiency across both public and private sector institutions.
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