James ONIMISI -
*Tribute to Mrs. Ogunde — A Life of Excellence and Impact*
With hearts full of gratitude and deep respect, we remember Mrs. Ogunde — a woman whose passion for excellence left lasting footprints across Nigeria’s education space.
Our paths crossed through her remarkable work at *Edumark*, *TOSSE*, and the *Concerned Parents and Educators Network (CPE)*. In addition to these, she also connected with thousands of students and schools with *We Are The Future …* programme, and in one of such programmes, she worked with *_Know Your History._* In every room she entered, Mrs. Ogunde brought vision, warmth, and an uncompromising commitment to quality. She wasn’t just organizing events or running projects; she was raising standards and building people. She was building leaders.
As a trainer, she was relentless. She believed that educators deserved the best, and she gave her best to ensure they got it. Her sessions were never just about content — they were about transformation. She challenged complacency, celebrated growth, and pushed everyone around her to reach higher.
Through TOSSE, she created a platform that gave schools and educators visibility, dignity, and voice. Through Edumark and CPE, she championed parents, teachers, and school leaders with equal passion. Her work connected dots, built bridges, and opened doors for thousands.
But beyond the projects, I remember her person — her smile, her counsel, her insistence on doing things right. She taught that excellence is not an event; it is a habit. And that habit lives on in all privileged to learn from her.
Mrs. Ogunde, thank you. Your light still guides. Your legacy continues in every classroom improved, every teacher inspired, and every child whose future is brighter because you cared.
Rest well, ma. You ran your race with grace and finished with impact.
*Forever in our hearts.*
- James ONIMISI
Educator, School Administrator, Founder and National Coordinator, _National History Competition_ .
