Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has described the Gindiri Compound Schools as legacy institutions of enduring influence and vital training grounds that have produced generations of leaders who have shaped Nigeria’s public, academic, and spiritual life.
Governor Mutfwang made the remarks during the 33rd National Convention and Reunion Service of the Gindiri Old Students Association (GOSA), held on Sunday, at the COCIN Gindiri Schools Chaplaincy, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
With the theme “Strengthening Our Legacy: Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders,” the event brought together hundreds of alumni from the 1975 to 2005 sets who gathered to celebrate the school’s lasting impact and God’s faithfulness over the years.
A proud member of GOSA Set 1982, Governor Mutfwang described his return to Gindiri as “a homecoming of pride and gratitude,” recalling how the institution’s discipline, spirituality, and moral values helped shape leaders across various sectors.
“Gindiri is not just a school; it is an institution dedicated to grooming leaders. It has produced vice chancellors, professors, public servants, and clergy who have impacted Nigeria and beyond.
“The time has come for a Gindiri Renewal Initiative that will reposition this great legacy for the future,” the Governor declared.
He urged members of GOSA to remain united and committed to shared ideals, warning against divisive tendencies that could undermine the association’s vision.
“Let us promote ideals that entrench unity of purpose rather than fan the embers of division. We owe it to the founders and to the next generation to preserve the Gindiri spirit,” he admonished.
Governor Mutfwang announced the formation of a Gindiri Renewal Initiative Team comprising eminent GOSA members such as Rev. Dr. Obed Dashan and Prof. Bogoro, who will work with the COCIN President, Rev. Dr. Amos Mohzo, to develop a comprehensive framework for the initiative.
The plan, he said, will mobilize local and international partnerships to modernize the schools’ infrastructure and revive their once-thriving agricultural heritage.
The Governor also highlighted ongoing interventions within the compound, including the installation of solar-powered lighting, the donation of chairs to the chapel, and the construction of a perimeter fence to enhance security.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to reintroducing agricultural education through poultry, piggery, and small-scale ranching programmes.
Reiterating his government’s commitment to restoring peace and order across Plateau State, Governor Mutfwang urged residents to take collective responsibility for security.
“Security is everyone’s responsibility. If you see something, say something. Plateau shall be preserved, and our people shall enjoy their share of prosperity,”he stated.
In his remarks, GOSA National President and Secretary to the Government of Plateau State (SGS), Arc. Samuel Jatau, reaffirmed the unity of the association and encouraged members to continue nurturing the spirit of cooperation and shared progress.
COCIN President, Rev. Dr. Amos Mohzo, who is also the proprietor of the Gindiri Schools, commended GOSA for sustaining the legacy of unity and service, noting that the influence of Gindiri’s founding vision extends beyond the Middle Belt, having produced leaders of national and international standing.
Preaching on the theme “The Power of Light and Truth” (Psalm 43:3), Rev. Dr. Obed Dashan reminded members that the school’s motto, “For Light and Truth,” represents a lifelong call to integrity, excellence, and faith-driven service.
The Chaplain of the Gindiri Schools Chaplaincy, Rev. John Yakubu Sagai, expressed appreciation to Governor Mutfwang for his continued support, especially for the solar lighting project and the donation of seats to the church sanctuary.
For many alumni, the 33rd GOSA Convention was a nostalgic return to their formative years, a time to reconnect, reflect, and renew their collective resolve to strengthen a legacy that, for over seven decades, has produced men and women of faith, knowledge, and vision.
Credit: Gyang Bere
