2026 OBA MATEMILOLA SCHOLARSHIP EXAMINATION: RABO, JOSHUA, DAVIDE AND THREE OTHER AFROGRAMS STUDENTS EMERGE TOP PERFORMERS
Five students of African Church Grammar School, Abeokuta, have emerged among the five best-performing candidates in the 2026 Oba Matemilola Scholarship Examination, outperforming their peers from other schools in Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State.
Among the outstanding students are Rabo, Joshua and Davide, alongside two other students of the prestigious African Church Grammar School, Abeokuta, who distinguished themselves through their exceptional academic performances.
Reacting to the remarkable achievement, the paramount ruler of Owu Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Prof. Saka Adelola Matemilola, Oluyalo Otileta VII, congratulated all the successful candidates and particularly commended the five Afrograms students for their outstanding performances.
The revered monarch further announced that the beneficiaries would receive additional academic tutelage to prepare them for excellent performances in the forthcoming West African Examinations Council (WAEC) examinations and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examinations.
He disclosed that seasoned teachers and experienced examiners had been engaged to provide intensive coaching for the students in their five core departmental subjects, with a view to strengthening their academic capacity and improving their examination performance.
In her reaction to the monarch’s generous gesture, the Principal of Gateway Secondary School, Ita-Iyalode, Abeokuta, Mrs Oyegunle, expressed appreciation to the Olowu and his wife, the Olori, for their commitment to educational development.
She prayed for God’s continued blessings upon the royal father, saying:
“You are well appreciated, sir. Long live Kabiyesi. May the Lord bless Him bountifully.”
Similarly, the Principal of African Church Grammar School, Abeokuta, Pst. Olusesi Jibowo, expressed his profound gratitude to the Olowu, the Olori and members of the Oba Saka Adelola Matemilola Oluyalo Otileta Foundation for the scholarship initiative and the additional academic support extended to the students.
“The staff and students of African Church Grammar School Senior hereby express our profound gratitude to His Royal Majesty, the Olowu of Owu Kingdom. We sincerely appreciate you, sir, the Olori and all members of your team for giving our children this wonderful opportunity. May the Almighty God continue to bless and replenish your resources, and may your reign continue to witness peace and development.”
Also expressing appreciation on behalf of St. Peter’s College Senior School, Olomore,the principal,Mrs Adetilewa, thanked the Olowu, the Olori and the entire Olowu Scholars Committee for extending the scholarship opportunity to their students.
“On behalf of the entire staff and students of St. Peter’s College Senior School, Olomore, I want to say a big thank you to His Royal Majesty, the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, the Olori and the entire committee of Olowu Scholars for the great opportunity given to our students. The abundance of God’s blessings will continue to be with you and the entire kingdom.”
While recounting the successes recorded thus far,the coordinator,Prince Semiu Adelani said that the number of applicants keeps increasing on year basis and that the Kabiyesi is always showing the willingness to give more to any student that is also willing.Prince Adelani said that this year Oba Saka Adelola Foundation is giving out scholarship to over 300 students across the federation irrespective of the tribe and ethics.
Prince Adelani also noted that the foundation has sponsored a student among the 2024/2025 Olowu scholars set to travel and study abroad.
The scholarship initiative and the additional academic coaching further underscore the commitment of the Olowu of Owu Kingdom to educational advancement, academic excellence and the development of young talents across the kingdom and beyond.
This is truly encouraging! Congratulations to our brilliant AFROGRAMS students. May this achievement be the beginning of even greater successes. God bless Kabiyesi for his continuous support for education.
VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT ON SPORT
Topic: BASKETBALL
Definition of Basketball
Basketball is a team sport in which two teams of five players each try to score points by throwing a ball through the opponent’s hoop while preventing the opposing team from scoring.
Basketball Terms and Their Explanations
Dribbling: The act of bouncing the ball continuously with one hand while moving around the court.
1.Shooting: The act of throwing the ball towards the opponent’s basket to score points.
2.Passing: The act of throwing the ball to a teammate to keep the game moving.
3.Rebounding: The act of catching or gaining control of the ball after a missed shot.
4.Dunking: A method of scoring by jumping and putting the ball directly into the basket with one or both hands.
5.Free Throw: A shot taken from the free-throw line after a player is awarded a penalty for a foul.
6.Foul: An illegal action, such as pushing or holding an opponent, that breaks the rules of the game.
7.Lay-up: A close-range shot made by a player while moving towards the basket, usually after taking two steps.
8.Assist: A pass made to a teammate that directly helps them score.
9.Three-pointer: A successful shot made from beyond the three-point line, worth three points.
Five Examples of Basketball Terms in Sentences
Dribbling: The player showed excellent dribbling skills during the match.
Shooting: The player practised shooting before the match.
Passing: John passed the ball to his teammate.
Free Throw: The player scored a point through a free throw.
Rebounding: The player jumped to collect the ball after a missed shot.
VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT ON SPORT
Topic: BASKETBALL
Definition of Basketball
Basketball is a team sport in which two teams of five players each try to score points by throwing a ball through the opponent’s hoop while preventing the opposing team from scoring.
Basketball Terms and Their Explanations
Dribbling: The act of bouncing the ball continuously with one hand while moving around the court.
1.Shooting: The act of throwing the ball towards the opponent’s basket to score points.
2.Passing: The act of throwing the ball to a teammate to keep the game moving.
3.Rebounding: The act of catching or gaining control of the ball after a missed shot.
4.Dunking: A method of scoring by jumping and putting the ball directly into the basket with one or both hands.
5.Free Throw: A shot taken from the free-throw line after a player is awarded a penalty for a foul.
6.Foul: An illegal action, such as pushing or holding an opponent, that breaks the rules of the game.
7.Lay-up: A close-range shot made by a player while moving towards the basket, usually after taking two steps.
8.Assist: A pass made to a teammate that directly helps them score.
9.Three-pointer: A successful shot made from beyond the three-point line, worth three points.
Five Examples of Basketball Terms in Sentences
Dribbling: The player showed excellent dribbling skills during the match.
Shooting: The player practised shooting before the match.
Passing: John passed the ball to his teammate.
Free Throw: The player scored a point through a free throw.
Rebounding: The player jumped to collect the ball after a missed sh
VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT ON SPORT
Topic: volleyball
Definition of volleyball
Volleyball is a game played by two teams of 6 players each on a court divided by a net where players hit a ball over the net with their hands.
1 serve: the act of starting play by hitting the ball from behind the baseline over the net to the other team.
2 Ace: a serve that land directly in the opponent court with out anyone touching it .it scores a point.
3 Rally: the continuous play from the serve until the ball is dead or point is scored.
4 set: one part of the match is best of sets ,first 4 sets to 25 points , 5 sets to 15 points.
5 pass a forearm thump: hitting the ball with both forearms joined together to receive a serve or a spike.
Examples
1 the players served well.
2 the ace was done excellently.
3 the rally was great.
4 I love those sets.
5 the pass was done excellently.
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Vocabulary development on sport TOPIC: VOLLEYBALL MEANING OF VOLLEYBALL Volleyball is a team sport played by two teams of 6 players each, separated by a net. The aim is to send the ball over the net and ground it on the opponent’s court to score points. The ball is hit with hands and arms, not kicked. IMPORTANCE OF VOLLEYBALL *1. Physical Importance:* – Keeps the body fit and healthy – Develops strength, speed, and agility – Improves hand-eye coordination and reflexes *2. Social Importance:* – Teaches teamwork and cooperation – Builds discipline and respect for rules – Creates friendship and unity among students *3. Mental/Emotional Importance:* – Develops quick thinking and concentration – Reduces stress and boredom – Builds confidence and sportsmanship *4. Educational & Career Importance:* – Can earn students scholarships and admission – Career as a professional volleyball player or coach – Useful in inter-house sports and school competitions *In short:* Volleyball is important because it develops the whole person — body, mind, and characters Volleyball team and their explanation A standard volleyball team has *6 players on court* and up to *6 substitutes* making *12 players total* 1. SETTER – The brain of the team – He/she sets up the ball for others to spike – Must be smart, fast and good at communication – Wears same jersey as others 2. OUTSIDE HITTER (Left Wing Spiker) – Main attacker, plays on the left side – Best all-rounder — attacks, defends, and serves – Often scores most points 3. OPPOSITE HITTER (Right Wing Spiker) – Plays opposite the setter on the right side – Strong attacker and backup setter – Also blocks opponent’s outside hitter 4. MIDDLE BLOCKER (Middle Hitter) – Tallest players in the team – Their job is to block opponent’s spikes – They also attack quick balls in the middle 5. LIBERO – Defensive specialist – Wears different colour jersey – Cannot serve, spike, or block — only defends and receives – Best at digging and passing 6. DEFENSIVE SPECIALIST – Similar to libero but can play any back-row position – Good at receiving serves and defending *Summary for your note:* > In volleyball, success depends on each position doing its job — Setter creates, Hitters score, Blockers stop, and Libero defends.
Vocabulary development on sport TOPIC: VOLLEYBALL MEANING OF VOLLEYBALL Volleyball is a team sport played by two teams of 6 players each, separated by a net. The aim is to send the ball over the net and ground it on the opponent’s court to score points. The ball is hit with hands and arms, not kicked. IMPORTANCE OF VOLLEYBALL *1. Physical Importance:* – Keeps the body fit and healthy – Develops strength, speed, and agility – Improves hand-eye coordination and reflexes *2. Social Importance:* – Teaches teamwork and cooperation – Builds discipline and respect for rules – Creates friendship and unity among students *3. Mental/Emotional Importance:* – Develops quick thinking and concentration – Reduces stress and boredom – Builds confidence and sportsmanship *4. Educational & Career Importance:* – Can earn students scholarships and admission – Career as a professional volleyball player or coach – Useful in inter-house sports and school competitions *In short:* Volleyball is important because it develops the whole person — body, mind, and characters Volleyball team and their explanation A standard volleyball team has *6 players on court* and up to *6 substitutes* making *12 players total* 1. SETTER – The brain of the team – He/she sets up the ball for others to spike – Must be smart, fast and good at communication – Wears same jersey as others 2. OUTSIDE HITTER (Left Wing Spiker) – Main attacker, plays on the left side – Best all-rounder — attacks, defends, and serves – Often scores most points 3. OPPOSITE HITTER (Right Wing Spiker) – Plays opposite the setter on the right side – Strong attacker and backup setter – Also blocks opponent’s outside hitter 4. MIDDLE BLOCKER (Middle Hitter) – Tallest players in the team – Their job is to block opponent’s spikes – They also attack quick balls in the middle 5. LIBERO – Defensive specialist – Wears different colour jersey – Cannot serve, spike, or block — only defends and receives – Best at digging and passing 6. DEFENSIVE SPECIALIST – Similar to libero but can play any back-row position – Good at receiving serves and defending *Summary for your note:* > In volleyball, success depends on each position doing its job — Setter creates, Hitters score, Blockers stop, and Libero defends.
Vocabulary development on sport TOPIC: VOLLEYBALL MEANING OF VOLLEYBALL Volleyball is a team sport played by two teams of 6 players each, separated by a net. The aim is to send the ball over the net and ground it on the opponent’s court to score points. The ball is hit with hands and arms, not kicked. IMPORTANCE OF VOLLEYBALL *1. Physical Importance:* – Keeps the body fit and healthy – Develops strength, speed, and agility – Improves hand-eye coordination and reflexes *2. Social Importance:* – Teaches teamwork and cooperation – Builds discipline and respect for rules – Creates friendship and unity among students *3. Mental/Emotional Importance:* – Develops quick thinking and concentration – Reduces stress and boredom – Builds confidence and sportsmanship *4. Educational & Career Importance:* – Can earn students scholarships and admission – Career as a professional volleyball player or coach – Useful in inter-house sports and school competitions *In short:* Volleyball is important because it develops the whole person — body, mind, and characters Volleyball team and their explanation A standard volleyball team has *6 players on court* and up to *6 substitutes* making *12 players total* 1. SETTER – The brain of the team – He/she sets up the ball for others to spike – Must be smart, fast and good at communication – Wears same jersey as others 2. OUTSIDE HITTER (Left Wing Spiker) – Main attacker, plays on the left side – Best all-rounder — attacks, defends, and serves – Often scores most points 3. OPPOSITE HITTER (Right Wing Spiker) – Plays opposite the setter on the right side – Strong attacker and backup setter – Also blocks opponent’s outside hitter 4. MIDDLE BLOCKER (Middle Hitter) – Tallest players in the team – Their job is to block opponent’s spikes – They also attack quick balls in the middle 5. LIBERO – Defensive specialist – Wears different colour jersey – Cannot serve, spike, or block — only defends and receives – Best at digging and passing 6. DEFENSIVE SPECIALIST – Similar to libero but can play any back-row position – Good at receiving serves and defending *Summary for your note:* > In volleyball, success depends on each position doing its job — Setter creates, Hitters score, Blockers stop, and Libero defends.
*VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT: on sport
Topic: SHOT PUT
A. DEFINITION
*Shot Put* (noun): A field event in athletics where an athlete throws a heavy metal ball (called a shot) as far as possible from inside a circle.
*Pronunciation:* /ˈʃɒt pʊt/
*Word Origin:* “Shot” = heavy metal ball, “Put” = to push/throw
B. WORD FORMS
– *Shot* – the heavy ball itself (7.26kg for men, 4kg for women)
– *Putter / Shot Putter* – the athlete who throws the shot
– *Putting the shot* – the act of throwing
C. ASSOCIATED VOCABULARY (Important Terms)
*1. Equipment & Facility:*
– Shot (metal ball)
– Throwing Circle (where athlete stands – 2.135m diameter)
– Stop Board / Toe Board
– Landing Sector (where shot must land)
*2. Techniques & Styles:*
– *Glide Technique* – sliding across the circle
– *Spin / Rotational Technique* – spinning like discus thrower
– *Grip* – how to hold the shot on neck
– *Stance* – position at start
– *Release* – pushing the shot out
– *Follow-through*
*3. Rules & Officials:*
– Foul – illegal throw
– No-throw / Invalid throw
– Measurement – from circle to landing point
– Judge / Umpire
*4. Collocations (Words that go together):*
– Shot put circle
– Shot put event
– World shot put record
– Shot put technique
D. SENTENCES FOR SSS LEVEL
1. The shot putter used the rotational technique to achieve a new school record.
2. Any throw outside the landing sector in shot put is considered a foul
Vocabulary development on sport
TOPIC: SWIMMING
*A. DEFINITION OF SWIMMING*
Swimming is an individual or team aquatic sport that involves propelling the body through water using coordinated movements of the arms and legs. It is both a recreational activity and a competitive Olympic sport.
*B. IMPORTANCE OF SWIMMING*
*1. Physical Importance:*
– It provides full-body exercise and builds muscular strength.
– It improves cardiovascular fitness and lung capacity.
– It helps in maintaining healthy body weight.
*2. Safety Importance:*
– It is a vital survival skill that prevents drowning.
– It helps a person to rescue others in water accidents.
*3. Health & Therapeutic Importance:*
– It is recommended for people with joint problems because water reduces stress on bones.
– It reduces stress, anxiety, and improves mental well-being.
*4. Social & Career Importance:*
– It builds self-confidence, discipline and determination.
– It offers career opportunities as a professional swimmer, swimming coach, lifeguard, or instructor.
*C. IMPORTANT TERMS IN SWIMMING AND THEIR EXPLANATION*
*1. Pool:* A man-made structure filled with water where swimming takes place. Olympic pool is 50 meters long.
*2. Lane:* A marked division inside the pool that separates swimmers during a race.
*3. Stroke:* A specific style or method of swimming. Types include Freestyle, Breaststroke, Backstroke, Butterfly.
*4. Freestyle:* Fastest and most popular stroke where the swimmer alternates arms and does flutter kicks.
*5. Breaststroke:* Slowest stroke where both hands move together in front of the chest with frog-like kicks.
*6. Backstroke:* The only stroke performed on the back with alternating arm movement.
*7. Butterfly:* Most difficult stroke where both arms move simultaneously over the head with dolphin-like kicks.
*8. Dive:* A head-first entry into water from a diving board or pool edge to start a race.
*9. Lap:* Swimming from one end of the pool to the other.
*10. Goggles:* Protective glasses worn to see clearly underwater and protect eyes from chlorine.
*11. Lifeguard:* A trained official responsible for safety and rescue of swimmers.
*12. Treading Water:* A technique of staying afloat in deep water without moving forward.
*13. Medley:* A race where swimmers use all four strokes in a specific order.
*14. Disqualification:* Penalty for breaking swimming rules e.g. false start
Vocabulary development on sport
TOPIC: SWIMMING
*A. DEFINITION OF SWIMMING*
Swimming is an individual or team aquatic sport that involves propelling the body through water using coordinated movements of the arms and legs. It is both a recreational activity and a competitive Olympic sport.
*B. IMPORTANCE OF SWIMMING*
*1. Physical Importance:*
– It provides full-body exercise and builds muscular strength.
– It improves cardiovascular fitness and lung capacity.
– It helps in maintaining healthy body weight.
*2. Safety Importance:*
– It is a vital survival skill that prevents drowning.
– It helps a person to rescue others in water accidents.
*3. Health & Therapeutic Importance:*
– It is recommended for people with joint problems because water reduces stress on bones.
– It reduces stress, anxiety, and improves mental well-being.
*4. Social & Career Importance:*
– It builds self-confidence, discipline and determination.
– It offers career opportunities as a professional swimmer, swimming coach, lifeguard, or instructor.
*C. IMPORTANT TERMS IN SWIMMING AND THEIR EXPLANATION*
*1. Pool:* A man-made structure filled with water where swimming takes place. Olympic pool is 50 meters long.
*2. Lane:* A marked division inside the pool that separates swimmers during a race.
*3. Stroke:* A specific style or method of swimming. Types include Freestyle, Breaststroke, Backstroke, Butterfly.
*4. Freestyle:* Fastest and most popular stroke where the swimmer alternates arms and does flutter kicks.
*5. Breaststroke:* Slowest stroke where both hands move together in front of the chest with frog-like kicks.
*6. Backstroke:* The only stroke performed on the back with alternating arm movement.
*7. Butterfly:* Most difficult stroke where both arms move simultaneously over the head with dolphin-like kicks.
*8. Dive:* A head-first entry into water from a diving board or pool edge to start a race.
*9. Lap:* Swimming from one end of the pool to the other.
*10. Goggles:* Protective glasses worn to see clearly underwater and protect eyes from chlorine.
*11. Lifeguard:* A trained official responsible for safety and rescue of swimmers.
*12. Treading Water:* A technique of staying afloat in deep water without moving forward.
*13. Medley:* A race where swimmers use all four strokes in a specific order.
*14. Disqualification:* Penalty for breaking swimming rules e.g. false start.
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TOPIC: SWIMMING
*A. DEFINITION OF SWIMMING*
Swimming is an individual or team aquatic sport that involves propelling the body through water using coordinated movements of the arms and legs. It is both a recreational activity and a competitive Olympic sport.
*B. IMPORTANCE OF SWIMMING*
*1. Physical Importance:*
– It provides full-body exercise and builds muscular strength.
– It improves cardiovascular fitness and lung capacity.
– It helps in maintaining healthy body weight.
*2. Safety Importance:*
– It is a vital survival skill that prevents drowning.
– It helps a person to rescue others in water accidents.
*3. Health & Therapeutic Importance:*
– It is recommended for people with joint problems because water reduces stress on bones.
– It reduces stress, anxiety, and improves mental well-being.
*4. Social & Career Importance:*
– It builds self-confidence, discipline and determination.
– It offers career opportunities as a professional swimmer, swimming coach, lifeguard, or instructor.
*C. IMPORTANT TERMS IN SWIMMING AND THEIR EXPLANATION*
*1. Pool:* A man-made structure filled with water where swimming takes place. Olympic pool is 50 meters long.
*2. Lane:* A marked division inside the pool that separates swimmers during a race.
*3. Stroke:* A specific style or method of swimming. Types include Freestyle, Breaststroke, Backstroke, Butterfly.
*4. Freestyle:* Fastest and most popular stroke where the swimmer alternates arms and does flutter kicks.
*5. Breaststroke:* Slowest stroke where both hands move together in front of the chest with frog-like kicks.
*6. Backstroke:* The only stroke performed on the back with alternating arm movement.
*7. Butterfly:* Most difficult stroke where both arms move simultaneously over the head with dolphin-like kicks.
*8. Dive:* A head-first entry into water from a diving board or pool edge to start a race.
*9. Lap:* Swimming from one end of the pool to the other.
*10. Goggles:* Protective glasses worn to see clearly underwater and protect eyes from chlorine.
*11. Lifeguard:* A trained official responsible for safety and rescue of swimmers.
*12. Treading Water:* A technique of staying afloat in deep water without moving forward.
*13. Medley:* A race where swimmers use all four strokes in a specific order.
*14. Disqualification:* Penalty for breaking swimming rules e.g. false start.
VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT ON SPORT
Topic: volleyball
Definition of volleyball
Volleyball is a game played by two teams of 6 players each on a court divided by a net where players hit a ball over the net with their hands.
1 serve: the act of starting play by hitting the ball from behind the baseline over the net to the other team.
2 Ace: a serve that land directly in the opponent court with out anyone touching it .it scores a point.
3 Rally: the continuous play from the serve until the ball is dead or point is scored.
4 set: one part of the match is best of sets ,first 4 sets to 25 points , 5 sets to 15 points.
5 pass a forearm thump: hitting the ball with both forearms joined together to receive a serve or a spike.
Examples
1 the players served well.
2 the ace was done excellently.
3 the rally was great.
4 I love those sets.
5 the pass was done excellently.
Famous for high standard