ExJac 1997
Elijah Attah, affectionately known as “Attah Blo” among childhood friends, was a well-known personality among his high school friends. Among his circle of friends at Air Force Secondary School Port Harcourt, Nigeria (AFSS), his name resonated with admiration and respect not just within his immediate circle of friends, but across his entire set and school. In a close-knit group consisting of Ayoro, Bayo, Edwin, and Usang, Elijah stood out not just as a close and trusted friend but as an academic standout.
His intellectual prowess was evident to all who knew him. Elijah was the embodiment of intelligence, marked by a remarkable ability to absorb information effortlessly and articulate his thoughts with clarity and conviction. Despite his academic excellence, he carried himself with remarkable humility, which endeared him to everyone around him.
His friends cherished a photograph capturing their bond, a testament to the camaraderie that once bound them together. Although the origin of the nickname 'Attah Blo' remains a hazy memory for his friends, it was a moniker that stuck, becoming an endearing part of his identity.
Beyond his academic pursuits, Elijah possessed a unique talent that set him apart – he was an adept drummer. Music classes allowed him to showcase his rhythmic abilities, as he and his friends drummed in unison. Their shared passion for music was well known in and out with the classroom; they would sing and drum on their class desks, creating melodies that resonated through the corridors. His impact on his friends and the community echoes through cherished memories of shared laughter, academic pursuits, and rhythmic melodies that filled their days at AFSS.
Elijah Attah's legacy was not just in his academic achievements or musical talents but ultimately in his love and pursuit of God, and the way he effortlessly balanced intellect, humility, camaraderie, and Christianity.
Ex JAC 97 (high school alumni) misses you dearly… but we are assured of your blissful eternity till we meet again.
Vivian Williams (President)
Ex JAC 97 (AFSS Alumni)