Adesoji Adeliyi @50 : A Life of Grace, Fellowship and Service Says Ogunjobi

As encomiums continue to pour in for the celebration of Golden Anniversary of Adesoji Adeliyi, a foremost Alumnus of the University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Associate Professor Kayode Ogunjobi FHEA, FFAN and Founder/CEO of ValidViewNetwork has joined in wishing the Golden Boy a happy celebration.

Ogunjobi “Amino” in a heartfelt message described the occasion of Adesoji’s 50th birthday as a “verdict of grace” and a powerful testimony of divine preservation.

In the heartfelt goodwill message to mark the golden anniversary, Ogunjobi noted that attaining 50 years is more than a personal celebration, but a sacred landmark that reflects survival, humility and gratitude to God.

“The 50th birthday is not just a birthday but a sacred landmark in the journey of a man. It is a quiet summit where memory meets meaning and where survival itself becomes a testimony,” he said, adding that at 50, a man speaks less of strength and more of mercy.

Reflecting on the realities of being born in the early 1970s, Ogunjobi recalled the fragile health systems, widespread poverty and high infant mortality rates that defined the era, stressing that every 50th birthday from that generation is a song of mercy.

“Against this sobering background, the 50th birthday of Adesoji Adeliyi speaks loudly. Truly, God has been merciful unto him,” he stated, commending Adesoji for openly acknowledging God’s faithfulness in his life.

Ogunjobi also traced his personal relationship with the celebrant, recalling that they were only casual colleagues during their university days, with little interaction beyond familiarity. According to him, life, time and providence later rekindled the relationship through their alumni platform, where Adesoji’s thoughtful, progressive and consistent contributions quickly stood out.

“From a colleague I barely knew for over twenty years, he has become one of the topmost calls on my phone,” Ogunjobi said, describing the transformation as a strong testament to the enduring power of alumni fellowship and shared history.

He praised Adesoji as warm, dependable, insightful and generous, noting his role as a key encourager and support system within the 1999/2000 alumni set, as well as a trusted adviser on family, leadership and community matters.

“As he attains the golden age, may everything concerning him be golden henceforth — his health, peace, family and endeavours,” Ogunjobi prayed.

Adesoji Adeliyi is a renowned teacher and educationist with over 20 years’ experience. He holds a B.Agric (Hons.) from the University of Agriculture, Abeokuta; a PGD in Economics from the University of Lagos; a PGCE from Anglia Ruskin University, UK; and a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Hertfordshire.

In 2004, he worked as a Community Education Research Consultant with the Capacity for Universal Basic Education (CUBE), organised by the British Council, where he contributed to research on challenges facing primary and junior secondary education in Oyo State.

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He is an active member of professional bodies including the Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL), the Association for Science Education (ASE), and STEMNET in England and Wales. He currently teaches full-time in the United Kingdom and has facilitated several training programmes for teachers and students in both the UK and Nigeria.

Beyond education, Adesoji is an entrepreneur with interests in education and healthcare businesses across Nigeria and the UK, and is a registered Education Consultant and Agent with the British Council.

Ogunjobi further wish him a future filled with grace, peace and flourishing family life, describing him as “a man whose life reflects grace, growth and enduring fellowship.”