A Trusted Friendship That Endures

Your journey in life is invariably shaped by the
standard of education accorded to you.
By and large, this is sculptured in the
secondary school you attended as a youngster


A Trusted Friendship That Endures

Your journey in life is invariably shaped by the
standard of education accorded to you.
By and large, this is sculptured in the
secondary school you attended as a youngster


Up Holding The Legacy

We Charleans are indeed grateful to our forebears
who setup a wonderful environment in Osogbo
where we spent our formative years being thaught
about life outside our immediate vicinity


Up Holding The Legacy

We Charleans are indeed grateful to our forebears
who setup a wonderful environment in Osogbo
where we spent our formative years being thaught
about life outside our immediate vicinity


Up Holding The Legacy

We Charleans are indeed grateful to our forebears
who setup a wonderful environment in Osogbo
where we spent our formative years being thaught
about life outside our immediate vicinity


Digital Information Exchange

In this age of digital technology, building
your network of people cultured
and trained in a particular environment
is extremely important


STRENGTH IN UNITY

We will foster peace and unity amongst
Charleans worldwide. This is to ensure that the
spirit of our alma mater and the doctrine indulged
in our logo "HUMILITAS" is constantly held in focus


SPREAD THE EXPERTISE

Expert knowledge becomes such a joy
to behold when you see it being put
into good use by others less fortunate
or opportune - spread the expetise benevolently


Put A Smile On Mr Mac's Face

We are the products of his dream
if ever one was needed this fraternity network
is the least we can do to show
our appreciation - unity in strength

HUMILITY HUMILITAS

Greatness and Happiness are in the agency of others
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SCOBA - (St. Charles Old Boys Association)

Welcome fellow Charleans! It's so wonderful to see this community continue to thrive and grow. Even though we may have walked the hallowed halls of our alma mater many years ago, the bonds we formed there remain strong. This alumni group provides us a space to reconnect with old friends, establish new connections, and give back to the school that gave us so much.

Our shared experiences at Osogbo fostered lifelong friendships, shaped our careers, and instilled in us the values of integrity, service, and community. As alumni, we have a responsibility to embody those values and help current and future students benefit from the same enriching opportunities we had. This group allows us to support St.Charles' educational mission through mentorship, fundraising, and volunteering. When we lift each other up, we lift up our alma mater too.

We Charleans are so proud to be a part of this compassionate, engaged community. Let's continue cultivating relationships and bettering our world together as proud Charleans alumni!

Watch News Broadcast Of 2024 Beinnial Convention

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SCOBA Global President - Tade Adekunle
SCOBA President


Here is a video press conference I gave recently during the inauguration ceremony by the State Education Secretary of the newly refurbished pedestrian walkway leading to the administrative block. We do hope small projects like this one will help and encourage others to follow suit

Watch The Video



HUMILITY HUMILITAS

CONCENTRATION - The Absence Of Irrelevant Thought

About Us

About Us

We are SCOBA - those who were fortunate enough to initiate their journey of discovery from the fields of St. Charles' Grammar School in Osogbo. It is our objective here to take you on a journey to discover and appreciate.


History

History

There is so much to talk about, but there is not enough room to pen all of it out. And, even if that space were unlimited, we would all have a slightly different story to talk about. See what you think of this attempt to summarize all those memories on a single web page.


Stanza

Stanza

A comprehensive database going back as far as 1965. This ongoing project can only succeed if everyone is willing to play their part. All you have to do is submit your year of graduation if it is missing from our database and we will oblige immediately and update the repository.


Who Was Mr.Macfarlane?



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Latest Charleans News

CONDOLENCE MESSAGE ON THE PASSING OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL LAGBAJA BY SCOBA BOT

Dear Charleans and the Lagbaja Family,
The SCOBA Board of Trustees (BOT) of St. Charles' Grammar School Old Boys Association (SCOBA) mourns the passing of Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, an esteemed Charlean & distinguished military officer.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Lagbaja family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. Lieutenant General Lagbaja's exceptional leadership, selfless service, and contributions to our nation will never be forgotten.

To our Charlean community, we mourn the loss of a true icon and role model. His exceptional legacy inspires us to strive for excellence, integrity, and dedication. May his memory continue to motivate us to make a positive impact in our world.

May Almighty God grant the Charlean Family and the Lagbaja Family of Ilobu, Osun State, the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. May Lieutenant General Lagbaja's soul rest in perfect peace.

Please join us in praying for the repose of his soul.

Humilitas!

Tade Adekunle
Global President, SCOBA

Charlean Leye Odetoyinbo
Secretary, SCOBA Board of Trustees

Charlean Sola Omopo
Chairman, SCOBA Board of Trustees

PROJECTS

We are embarking on a series of development projects for the school - Your Participation Is Highly Recommended

The Endowment Project And Others

Global President -Tade Adekunle

Our old boy's association - SCOBA under my auspices, is dedicated to providing the current students of St. Charles with the best possible education and opportunities. We believe that every child deserves a chance to succeed, regardless of their background or circumstances. With your help, we can continue to provide these students with the resources they need to thrive.


See Project Page See Endowment Project Page

Who Was Mr.Macfarlane? .

SOME RECENT PICTURES

No legacy is so rich as honesty - For your enjoyment and edification.

Charleans In Celebration Mode

We have put an assorted mix of pics here for your enjoyment. We are always hungry for more - so if you have taken or have access to some pics remotely related to our issue, please do not hesitate to send them to the web admin
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OUR LEGACY

Peruse, Assimilate With Equanimity

Inspirational Messages From Old Boys

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In a world of unfettered free expression, the nature of both public discourse and political engagement changes. Yes, the Internet can elevate noble speech — that which appeals to our better angels and allows us to find consensus. But it also enables heinous speech, where anger...

Mr Rotimi (IPP) CEO, Vodapaint - Lagos
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We, our species, are more easily stimulated by emotional expression than by reasoned, complex analysis. We prefer that our biases be confirmed. Affirmation is more satisfying than information. It always was. It always will be..

Prof.Adeleke Former VC University Of Osun
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The politics of fear has forever been a powerful tool. Fear motivates action. Fear shifts and hardens our perceptions of reality. Fear silences dissent. Fear has driven countries away from democratic principles toward authoritarian regimes...

Tade Adekunle Global President SCOBA
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It was one of the great Greeks who said our open societies, our democracies, will be destroyed by the freedoms we enable. Wise words. Terrifying words...

Engineer Fatola MD Osun Water Corp - Osogbo
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We have learned we have no innate sense of reasoning. We are first and foremost tribal beings. We think first through the filter of what our friends, our tribes, expect us to believe...

Mr. Macfarlane Our Founder

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