The Nawair-Ud-Deen Grammar School, Abeokuta Old Students Association (NUDGOSA), 7883 Set, has rolled out celebrations for one of its prominent members, Engr. Olusegun Adesayo, following his appointment as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA), describing his elevation as a triumph of discipline, integrity, and perseverance.
The reception, held on Sunday in Abeokuta, Ogun State, attracted alumni, associates, friends, and well-wishers who gathered to honour what they described as a “well-deserved national appointment” and a shining example of academic and professional excellence.
Adesayo now leads the , a key federal agency responsible for enforcing technical standards in Nigeria’s electricity sector, including inspection, certification, and safety regulation of electrical installations and equipment.
Speaking at the event, the Global President of NUDGOSA, Alhaji Fasiu Bakene, praised Adesayo’s journey, describing him as a “dependable leader whose loyalty to his alma mater has never wavered.”
“We give glory to God for the elevation of Engineer Adesayo,” Bakene said. “He has remained a dependable leader whose contributions to NUDGOSA, especially as National Secretary and Chairman of the 7883 Set, have been invaluable.”
Bakene added that Adesayo’s appointment was a source of pride to the association, noting that his rise reflects the values instilled by the school.
“His leadership, generosity, and consistency stand him out. He has supported projects of both the national body and his set without hesitation,” he said.
Other members of the association also took turns to celebrate the NEMSA boss, describing him as a product of diligence and early academic excellence, recalling that he graduated as the best student of his set at Nawair-Ud-Deen Grammar School, Obantoko, Abeokuta, between 1978 and 1983.
They said his academic foundation laid the groundwork for what has now become a distinguished career in public service and engineering leadership.
Presenting a portrait and gifts to the new NEMSA chief, members of the 7883 Set applauded his humility and continuous engagement with his former schoolmates despite his professional achievements.
In his response, Engr. Adesayo expressed deep gratitude to his colleagues and the association, attributing his success to faith, discipline, and consistency.
“I am profoundly grateful to God for His faithfulness in my life journey,” he said. “I also appreciate my colleagues and friends, especially the National President, who was among the first to visit and congratulate me in Abuja after my appointment.”
Reflecting on his life journey, he said his rise to the top of a federal agency was neither accidental nor politically driven, but shaped by resilience and divine favour.
“I came from very humble beginnings, and the journey has not been easy. It has been filled with challenges, sacrifices, and lessons, but God has been faithful through it all,” Adesayo stated.
He further emphasized that merit and integrity remain critical to advancement in public service, urging young Nigerians to remain focused despite challenges in the system.
“My appointment came purely by God’s grace. I did not lobby or pay for it,” he said. “Young people must understand that discipline, hard work, and integrity still open doors, even when the system looks difficult.”
Adesayo also encouraged students and young professionals to remain patient and committed to excellence, stressing that consistency and preparation eventually attract opportunities.
The NEMSA boss now oversees an agency established under the NEMSA Act 2015 and reinforced by the Electricity Act 2023, tasked with ensuring safety compliance and technical regulation across Nigeria’s electricity supply industry.
The event ended with prayers, goodwill messages, and renewed commitments by members of the alumni association to continue supporting one another and contributing to national development through mentorship, unity, and shared growth.
For many attendees, the celebration was not just about a prestigious appointment, but a reminder that educational foundations, character, and persistence remain powerful determinants of success in public life.
