About Us

Urhobo College Old Students Association (UCOSA)

The Urhobo College Old Students Association (UCOSA) is the official alumni body of Urhobo College, Effurun, an institution founded in 1948 through the visionary leadership of the Urhobo Progress Union. UCOSA exists to preserve the proud heritage of the College, promote unity among its alumni, and support the continuous growth and development of our alma mater.

Urhobo College was established as a citadel of learning dedicated to academic excellence, discipline, and character formation. From its earliest years under the leadership of its founding Principal, M. G. Ejaife, the College embraced the enduring motto: Aut Optimum Aut Nihil - “The Best or Nothing.” This commitment to excellence remains the guiding principle of both the College and its alumni community.

UCOSA serves as a unifying platform for former students across generations and continents. Through structured chapters within Nigeria and in the diaspora, the Association fosters fellowship, professional networking, mentorship, and collaborative initiatives aimed at advancing the interests of the College.

Our Objectives

- To promote unity and enduring bonds among alumni
- To preserve and celebrate the heritage of Urhobo College
- To support infrastructural and academic development initiatives
- To provide mentorship and scholarship opportunities for students
- To uphold the values of integrity, excellence, and service.

Our Heritage

Urhobo College was founded during a pivotal era in Urhobo history, when education was regarded as the foundation for self-determination and progress. The College quickly distinguished itself as one of the leading secondary schools in the region, producing graduates who have excelled in academia, public service, business, law, medicine, the arts, and governance.

UCOSA remains committed to sustaining this legacy. We recognise that the strength of our future lies in honoring our past while actively shaping the present.

Our Commitment

As custodians of a proud tradition, we are dedicated to ensuring that Urhobo College continues to embody the ideals upon which it was founded - excellence in learning, strength of character, and service to society.

We invite all former students to reconnect, participate, and contribute to the ongoing success of our alma mater.

Aut Optimum Aut Nihil - The Best or Nothing.

The meaning of Urhobo College Effurun 
U - Upward shall we go
R - Rules are essential
H - Happy will you be while you are here
O - Obstinacy is forbidden here
B - Be in our society
O - Obey before complain

C - Cooperation is necessary
O - Only qualified masters come here
L - Long live Urhobo College
L - Let us maintain our prestige
E - Ever be vigilant
G - Garage boys are not wanted here
E - Evidence of success

E - Efficiency is the soul of business
F - Female students here are responsible ones
F - Follow our examples
U - Unity is among students
R - Read and understand
U - Unto God we pray
N - Never relax from reading