Draft:Dennis Memorial Grammar School (DMGS), Onitsha
| Dennis Memorial Grammar School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
Onitsha Anambra State Nigeria | |
| Information | |
| Type | Secondary school |
| Motto | Knowledge and Integrity |
| Religious affiliation(s) | Anglican (Church of Nigeria) |
| Established | 1925 |
| Founder | Church Missionary Society (CMS) |
| Gender | All-boys |
| Color(s) | Blue and white |
| Website | https://dmgs.sch.ng/ |
Dennis Memorial Grammar School (DMGS) is an all-boys Anglican secondary school located in Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria. Founded in 1925 by the Church Missionary Society (CMS), it is one of the oldest and most prestigious secondary schools in southeastern Nigeria.
History
[edit]The school was established in 1925 in memory of the late Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther Dennis, the first African Bishop of the Anglican Church in Nigeria. The founding vision was to provide quality Western education in a Christian environment for young African boys.
The school quickly rose to prominence for its academic excellence, discipline, and production of notable alumni who have contributed to Nigeria’s development in various sectors.
Academics and Culture
[edit]DMGS operates a broad academic curriculum that includes:
- Sciences, Arts, and Commercial subjects
- Christian religious instruction
- Extra-curricular activities such as debates, sports, and music
The school places emphasis on discipline, moral instruction, and academic achievement.
Facilities
[edit]- Science laboratories
- School chapel
- Dormitories
- Library
- ICT center
- Sports field
Affiliations
[edit]Dennis Memorial Grammar School is managed under the Diocese on the Niger of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion). It is also recognized by the Anambra State Ministry of Education.
Notable Alumni
[edit]- Chuba Okadigbo – Former Senate President of Nigeria
- Emeka Anyaoku – Former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations
- Obi Nwakanma – Poet and literary critic
- Ben Nwabueze – Renowned constitutional lawyer and scholar
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- Dennis Memorial Grammar School – Official Website
- The Guardian Nigeria – Anglican Schools and Nigeria's Education
- The Nation – 92 Years After, DMGS Still Stands Strong
- Punch Nigeria – DMGS Alumni Profile
- Sun News – DMGS Centenary Celebration