Three decades after graduating, members of the 1995 set of African Church Unity Secondary School, Epinmi Akoko, have returned to their roots — not just to celebrate, but to illuminate.
To mark their 30th anniversary reunion, the alumni embarked on a transformative solar streetlight project, installing 31 solar-powered lights across the school premises.
The initiative, spearheaded by the set’s president, Olubimo Segun, and his executives, also included the facelift of the school’s fence and signpost, giving the institution a fresh and secure look.
The project, conceived in 2024 after deliberations on how best to give back, was executed following consultations with the school’s management, who identified poor lighting as a major challenge.
The alumni immediately took up the task, promising a total of 60 solar lights, with the first phase commissioned on Friday, October 10, 2025.
At the commissioning ceremony, members traveled from far and near to witness the transformation. The group later paid a courtesy visit to His Royal Highness, Owa-Ale of Ikare Akoko, Oba Adeleke Adedoyin, a proud member of the 1995 set, who warmly received them at his palace.
The following day, Saturday, October 11, the celebration continued at Blissworld Hotel, Akure, where a lively anniversary reception brought together alumni from across Nigeria and the diaspora — including participants from Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, who joined virtually.
The colorful evening was graced by the Owa-Ale, two former teachers, the current principal, and the national president of the alumni association, along with senior colleagues. It was a joyful blend of nostalgia, reconnection, and purpose, as members reflected on their shared journey and discussed future initiatives.
Speaking at the event, President Olubimo Segun reaffirmed the group’s commitment to sustainable impact, describing the solar light project as “just the beginning of greater contributions ahead.”
Students and staff have since expressed gratitude, noting that the improved lighting has enhanced security and beautified the school environment. The facelift of the fence and signpost has also restored pride to the institution.
For the Class of ’95, the reunion was more than a celebration — it was a symbol of unity, gratitude, and the enduring bond between past and present generations of African Church Unity Secondary School.
