Preparations are in top gear as the Christ School Alumni Association, 1980/85 Set, celebrates its 40th Homecoming Anniversary beginning Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in Ado-Ekiti.
According to a statement jointly signed by the Set Chairman, Prince Adejumoke Agunbiade, and Secretary, Comrade Gbenga Olowoyo, the week-long celebration aims to appreciate Christ School for laying a solid foundation for its alumni while inspiring present students to pursue excellence and greater achievements.
The grand finale of the event will hold on Saturday, October 18, featuring a delegate conference, project commissioning and handover by the 80/85 Set, and the Annual General Meeting (AGM). The day will climax with a Gala Night and Award Ceremony at 7:00 p.m. at the Adetiloye Multipurpose Hall, Fountain Hotel, Basiri, Ado-Ekiti.
Other major highlights include the Distinguished Alumni Lecture, to be delivered by Professor Deji Fasuyi on Friday, October 17, at the Christ School Lecture Theatre by 3:00 p.m., followed by a novelty football match and a Global Conference of Alumni Set Executives earlier in the day.
The celebration will also feature a career talk by Professor Taiwo Owoeye, a Professor of Economics and member of the 80/85 Set, as well as a medical outreach and several social bonding activities designed to strengthen alumni connections and support community well-being.
The week’s programme kicks off on Tuesday, October 14, with the arrival of Set executives, a tour of the school, and an executive meeting. Activities continue on Wednesday, October 15, with member registration, a press conference, and a courtesy visit to the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti, followed by a social evening.
On Thursday, October 16, there will be a road show from Christ School to the Okesa area of Ado-Ekiti, followed by a career session, picnic, and informal networking.
The event will round off on Sunday, October 19, with a Thanksgiving Service at The Lord’s Chapel, Christ School, at 9:00 a.m., followed by a change of baton ceremony to mark the transition of leadership.
In a separate statement, the Central Planning Committee Chairman, Dr. Jadesola Taiwo Babatola, and Secretary, Barrister Ronke Adeyemi (SAN), assured that all logistics have been finalised for a seamless and memorable celebration.
