The Pa Olofinbiyi James Kolawole Foundation, in collaboration with the Adolescent Friendly Research Initiative and Care, ADOLFRIC, has announced the presentation of the 2026 Secondary School Excellence Prizes for students from Otun-Ekiti communities.
The award ceremony is scheduled for Friday, July 24, 2026, at Otun Comprehensive High School, Otun-Ekiti.
The event is organized in honour of the late *Pa Olofinbiyi James Kolawole* of Iworoko-Ekiti, a celebrated educationist, community development advocate, and mentor whose legacy continues to inspire educational advancement and youth development.
In a statement issued in Ado-Ekiti by the Chief Executive Officer of ADOLFRIC, Professor Babatunde Olofinbiyi, the Excellence Prizes are designed to recognize and reward outstanding academic performance in science education.
According to him, the initiative seeks to encourage healthy competition among students and inspire the next generation of scientists, innovators, and leaders.
The prizes will be presented in the following categories:
– Best Science Student* – Senior Secondary School
– Best Science Student* – Junior Secondary School
– Best Female Science Student* – Senior Secondary School
– Best Female Science Student* – Junior Secondary School
Professor Olofinbiyi stated that recognizing academic excellence is a strategic investment in the future of society.
He noted that the initiative is aimed at motivating students to pursue excellence, promoting science education, and reinforcing the values of diligence, discipline, and integrity among young learners.
The Foundation and ADOLFRIC have invited all stakeholders in the education value chain to the event. Expected guests include government officials, traditional rulers, school administrators, parents, teachers, students, community leaders, development partners, and members of the public.
The ceremony will serve as a celebration of excellence and a tribute to the educational contributions of the late patriarch.
