At the fifth memorial event for the late Icon and Nigeria's foremost architect, Chief (Arc.) Isaac Fola Alade OFR, the Isaac Fola Alade Foundation (IFAF) was finally launched.
During the memorable event, keynote speeches were delivered by the former Governor of Ekiti State, the Speaker of Ekiti State House of Assembly, the President of the Nigerian Institute of Architects(Ekiti State Chapter) and the President of the National Aramoko Students Association.
In his response at the occasion, the President / Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isaac Fola Alade Foundation, Barrister Oladipo Fola Alade, expressed profound appreciation to the speakers, distinguished guests, and other contributors for their commendation and generous donations towards the initiative.
He emphasised that the memorial event was designed not merely to celebrate the renowned professional accomplishments of the late Chief (Arc.) Isaac Fola Alade, OFR, but more importantly to highlight the urgent need to prioritise the education and development of children and young people at all levels. He lamented the growing moral decline among the youth and called on political leaders to demonstrate greater commitment to strengthening educational infrastructure, promoting ethical values, and investing meaningfully in education and youth development across Nigeria.
Subsequently, Fola Alade formally announced the inauguration of the Foundation, stating that it was established to advance educational opportunities through scholarships, endowment funds, grants, and other initiatives aimed at supporting educational infrastructure and fostering sustainable human capital development.
