TESJOK Group Of Schools Holds Inter-House Sport

•As SEYE KEHINDE’s GREEN House Comes 1^st

Tesjok group of schools is one of the best educational Institutions in Alimosho Local Government in Lagos. It is a collection of Government approved nursery, primary and secondary Schools with high standard facilities for day and boarding students. Saturday, 2nd March 2019, marked a new beginning for the school as it held its maiden inter-house sport at the Government Technical College Ikotun, Lagos. The event kick started at exactly 10 am with an opening prayer by Mrs Adeyemi, after which the recitation of National and school Anthem followed. Guests were introduced by Bello Ajibola and Osman Isaac, who were the moderators.

The Chairman of Tesjok Group of school, Engineer Ojo, gave the special guests warm reception as they were invited to the high table. The School Director, Yeye Adejoke Moyosore Ojo, gave the welcome address, appreciating the Board, Administrator, Principal, Staffers, Students and pupils of Tesjok Group of School. She used the occassion to appreciate the father of the Day, Prof. Olufemi Adeniyi, Mother of the Day Mrs Olufunmilayo Daniel, Chairman, Chief Akintunde Olufemi Ambode, for their immense support to the success of the event. She also gave thanks to God for making the dream a reality. She remarked that the dream of hosting an inter-house sport in the school has been a dream they had nursed for years until they were matured enough to handle it.

The Colours of the competing houses are Diamond-Yellow, Emerald-Green, Ruby-Red, Sapphire-Blue. They were named after important dignitaries in the society. The Diamond, Yellow House was named after HRM Oba (Prof) Adekunle Adeogun Okunoye (Eburu of IbaLand Osun State), Emerald Green House, named after Dr. SeyeKehinde (MD /CEO City People Magazine), Ruby Red House, named after  Mr.Yemi Oke (Precious Paint), Sapphire Blue House for Mr. Adediran Emiloju (Chairman Aba-NlaLCDA Abaranje, Ikotun). Patrons are: Yemi Oke-Yellow, Mr Adeyemi-Red, Mr Rahmon- Green, Mr Olajide-Blue. The Patronesses are Mrs Fatukasi-Yellow, Mrs Olabisi-Red, Mrs Adetiloye-Green, Mrs Ogunleye-Blue. Shortly before the March Past, the moderators and officials took Oath to be faithful in their conduct and judgments.

The Inter-House activities started with a march past by the students representing the Green, blue, red and yellow houses. It was a superb show as the houses had their kings and queens, Prince and princess gorgeously dressed in clothes that matched the House colour they represented.  Each Parade Commanders did an excellent Job as they co-ordinated their members in an orderly Manner.  The kings and queens presented bouquets of flowers and ceremonial garlands to the chairman and Director of the School.

Dr. Seye Kehinde Emerald Green House, came 1st with 68 Points, HRM Oba Prof AdekunleAdeogun Okunoye Diamond, Yellow House came 2nd with 64 points and MrYemi Oke, Red House, came 3rdwith 63 points in the march past.

The Chairman of the occasion Chief Akintunde Olufemi Ambode who gracefully attended in person spoke on the need of sporting activities among students. He encouraged the school to continue the good works, not forgetting that the world leaders in sports started as children. He advised parents to encourage their children to participate fully in Sporting activities as many of these children may find passion and career in sport. Who would ever believe that Christiano Ronaldo, a footballer, would earn as much as $500,000 per week? He also mentioned that sporting activities were good for mental and physical health and everyone should participate in them.

On the high table were Iyalaje of the Yoruba Chief MrsToyinKolade, Dr. Williams, Dr. (Mrs.) KikelomoAdedotun, Reverend BunmiJenyo, Mr Abiodun Ogunmola Abamog Motors, Mr Folarin S.q, Mrs Omolara Erogbogbo, Mr Adeniran Emiloju, Mrs Bola Owolabi, Mr Tarzan Sar, MrTunde Lafa, Mrs Ipaye Busola, Mrs Olajumata Lawal, Mrs Sodia, Mrs Adeyemi.

The students entertained the guests with Calisthenics displayes that earned them rounds of applause, standing ovation and cash gifts. The games and events include lighting of unity torch, toy 50 meters race, 75 meters race, 100 meters, slipper race, shuttle race, picking the balls, two legged race, fill in the basket, egg and spoon race, fill in the bottle, 200 meters race, 4×100 meters relay invitation race, catching the school bus, tug of war, 4x100m relay race, parents race and staff race. Bronze, silver and gold medals were presented accordingly to individuals performances at the end of each Game/Event.

Invited Schools that participated in the 4x100m race include Konsul Private College,Hopewell School, Divine Confidence School, Bosticina International School, American Mind Builder, Mustard Seed School, and Oasis of Goshen College. Each school had four representatives for the race, which was segmented into female Primary, Male Primary, Female Secondary and Male Secondary.

Tesjok Group of schools has been able to groom students who are mentally, physically and intellectually gifted. They have also brought out the best talent in their students. The students were given the opportunity to express their God given talents in dancing. They mimed and choreographed different songs that thrilled the audience.

Awards of Recognition were given to Individuals who have contributed immensely to the growth and success of the school. The Awardees are: Prof. OlufemiAdeniyi (Former Vice Chancellor of ObafemiAwolowo University), Mrs. Olufunmilayo Daniel, Chief Akintunde Olufemi Ambode, Mr Tarzan San (DPO Ikotun), Dr.Seye Kehinde, MrYemiOke, MrAdediran Emiloju to mention but a few. Special appreciation and recognition went to Advisers, patrons and patronesses, who supported in cash, gift items and advice. They include Dr/Mrs Kadijat Adesola Ademosun (Proprietress  Konsul School), Dr/Mrs Kikelomo Adedotun (School Adviser), Mr. Adeyemi, Mrs Olabisi, Mr. Rahmon, Mrs Adetiloye, Olisekwu, Mrs Fatukasi, Mr Olajide, Mrs Ogunleye, Mrs Oyelami. The Director of the school gave the vote of thanks, appreciating God for favourable weather and a successful event free of casualty. She also thanked people who supported with their presence, cash gifts, prayers and advice.

In the overall Game and Events, Emerald Green house came 1st, winning with 41 medals, diamond Yellow House Came 2nd with 40 medals and Ruby Red House came 3rd with 38 medals simultaneously. The students of Dr. Seye Kehinde Emerald Green House were overwhelmed with Joy as winners of the school’s first Inter-house sport. They danced round the field with their Golden Cup. Their parents joined them in a photo session. They certainly felt proud and excited about their victory at the games.

At the end of the Games and event, it became obvious that sporting activities are important for both young and old because it strengthens the heart, lungs and bones. It keeps arteries and vein clear and give Energy. They reduce blood sugar level and blood pressure, control weight and help prevent cancer. They build self esteem and confidence, team work, perseverance, patience,emotions management, social skill, discipline and leadership skill. They also help to build the will to accept defeat, create happiness and also improve memory function.

–TITILOPE OGUNLEYE

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