ACAOSA 2000 Set Marks 25 Years with Grand Silver Jubilee in Lagos

ACAOSA 2000 Set Marks 25 Years with Grand Silver Jubilee in Lagos

The Anwar-Ul-Islam Model College, Agege Old Students Association (ACAOSA) 2000 (Millennium) Set has celebrated its 25th anniversary with a colourful Silver Jubilee ceremony held at the school premises in Agege, Lagos State, on Saturday, January 3, 2026.

The milestone celebration, which attracted old students, teachers and association leaders, was preceded by a special breakfast session with the Set’s former Senior Prefect, Jimoh Ibrahim (popularly known as Teddy). The homecoming-style gathering provided an opportunity for bonding, reflection and the strengthening of ties among members of the Millennium Set.

The event officially commenced with a welcome address by the President of the 2000 Set, Mr. Rotimi Jimoh, who expressed deep appreciation to members and guests for their support and commitment to the set over the years.

Delivering the keynote address, the ACAOSA Global President-General, Abdulfatai Agboola Afolabi, PhD, underscored the importance of unity, collaboration and sustained engagement among old students. He highlighted the association’s strategic focus on infrastructure development, human capacity building and the continuous enhancement of the Annual Ramadan Lecture Programme.

The President-General was accompanied by members of the Global Executive Council, including the Vice President II, Mr. Rafiu Muhammed, and the Global Assistant General Secretary (GAGS), Mr. Badru A. Taofeeq.

In a special moment of recognition, Dr. Afolabi personally honoured a former principal of the college, Alhaji Taofik Owolabi Folorunsho (T.O.F) Etti, noting his outstanding contributions to the institution during his tenure. He also disclosed plans for a formal global honour for the former principal under his administration, following similar recognitions by the 1999 and 2000 sets. The highlight of the tribute was a lively dance session involving the President-General, Principal Etti and the 2000 Set President, which drew applause from the audience.

As part of the celebrations, invited teachers were presented with awards and cash gifts of ₦100,000 each. Alhaji Etti received a Distinguished Leadership Award, while Mr. Rafiu Ibrahim (Economics), Mr. Dave (Agricultural Science) and Mr. Adedibu (English Literature) were honoured with Recognition Awards for their dedication and service to the school.

In a reciprocal gesture, the 25th Anniversary Committee of the Millennium Set presented a Leadership Award to Mr. Rotimi Jimoh, in recognition of his selfless service and unwavering commitment to the growth and unity of the set.

The Silver Jubilee celebration was described as a resounding success, as attendees reminisced about shared experiences, strengthened old friendships and renewed their collective commitment to the ideals of ACAOSA.

The statement was signed by the Global General Secretary of ACAOSA, Alhaji Olayiwola Tijani.