The Urhobo College Old Students Association, Lagos Branch, will be holding its 2018 Annual Dinner and lecture this Sunday at the Raddison Blu Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos.

A statement by the association’s President, Mr. Igho Okor, said the event will also feature awards to distinguished Nigerians including Dr. Austin Eruotor, Barrister Lucky Nengite, Prof. Joseph Abugu and Mr. Ogaga Orovwuje.

Mr. Okor, who is the Managing Director of Iso-Black Concepts Ltd., said the event will be used to pursue the following objectives:

•To promote positively the image of the school, Urhobo College

•To motivate the generality of UCOSA and members to greater heights

•To strengthen the network between members

•To raise fund for projects in the school

Okor disclosed that the forum will serve as a networking session for different professions and businesses, and think-tank for Nigeria’s developmental initiatives.

President of Lagos Country Club, Mr. Tajudeen Akande, will deliver the lecture while the Ughegbe of Agbon Kingdom, Chief Oghenekpobo Idudu, will chair the occasion.

Mr. Igho said: “The event provides an avenue for members to network, meet old schoolmates, reminisce about our times together during our days in the school. This year we will be giving awards to four members for their contributions towards the growth and development of the branch and professional achievements.”