ThisDay Newspapers\u2019 Chairman, Prince Nduka Obaigbena chaired a packed gathering of old boys of Government College Ughelli (GCU) held at the Civic Centre Lagos early December. Himself an old boy, he had the pleasure of unveiling a unique book described as a \u201ccollection of recollections,\u201d Enduring UGHELLIAN Echoes: Musings about the Old School. The author is the veteran oil and gas finance guru, Victor E. Eromosele, a member of GCU Class of 1967.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Book reviewer Dr Francis Abudu described Enduring Ughellian Echoes as \u201can enthralling and gripping read with engaging content\u201d written \u201cin elegant and delightful prose that is garnished with poetry in places.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is an insightful book that reminds the reader what a well-run boarding school built on British traditions was like some half a century ago. \u201cThe book is a mine of information on the heritage, values and ethos of GCU. It celebrates its Spartan discipline, which was anchored on the school\u2019s bells, which regimented the student\u2019s lives.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBeyond fleeting references, the self-effacing Eromosele made scant mention of himself throughout the book.\u201d Abudu \u201crecommends this must-read book to current and former students, teachers and the reading public.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Albert Akpomudje SAN, President-General Worldwide (PGWW) of the GCU Old Boys\u2019 Association, commended the author for a job well done. He described the unique book as a major contribution to preserving the history of \u201cour Alma Mater\u201d and in showcasing our massive and passionate efforts at raising educational standards at the Old School. He recommends the book to educators and all those keen at emulating \u201cour good work at GCU.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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