The Old Students Association of Uso Grammar School, Uso, is set to roll out the drums for a landmark celebration as the institution marks 50 years of academic excellence, community impact, and alumni achievements. The Golden Jubilee Celebration, scheduled for November 19–23, 2025, will also feature the formal launching of a ₦100 million School Building Project aimed at upgrading facilities and expanding learning infrastructure.
According to the organisers, the week-long anniversary will bring together former students across generations, distinguished guests, community leaders, and current learners in what promises to be one of the most inspiring educational gatherings in recent years.
The Royal Father of the Day is Oba Engr. Dr. Ademola Adebiyi Oyinbade (Olanipekun III), the Oloba of Uso, while the event will be chaired by Hon. Timilehin Adelegbe, Member, House of Representatives, Owo/Ose Federal Constituency.
The Association said the anniversary is not only a celebration of the school’s heritage but also a moment to honour its founding fathers and mothers, recognize outstanding alumni, showcase the talents of current students, and unveil new initiatives designed to reposition the school for the future.
Highlights of the anniversary programme include press engagements, community engagements, lectures, health outreach, sporting events, thanksgiving services, and the high-profile launch of the N100 million development fund.
Programme of Events
Day 1 – Wednesday, November 19, 2025
- Press Conference
- Dancing round the town / Publicity
- Visit to the Palace and St. Andrew’s Primary School, where the school began
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Venue: Uso
Day 2 – Thursday, November 20, 2025
Career Talk & Medical Outreach
- Sciences, Engineering, ICT & Medicine
- Humanities, Education, Law, Arts, etc.
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Novelty Football Match between Old Students and Present Students
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Day 3 – Friday, November 21, 2025
- Golden Jubilee Lecture — 10:00 a.m.
- Thanksgiving Service at Central Mosque, Uso — 2:00 p.m.
Day 4 – Saturday, November 22, 2025
- Launching of the ₦100 million Fund & Commissioning of New Project — 10:00 a.m.
- Jubilee Anniversary Party — 12:00 p.m.
Day 5 – Sunday, November 23, 2025
- Thanksgiving Service at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Uso — 10:00 a.m.
The Old Students Association has extended an open invitation to all alumni, education stakeholders, residents of Uso, and well-wishers to join in celebrating the school’s Golden Jubilee, describing it as “an evening — and a week — of nostalgia, celebration, and renewed commitment to educational excellence.”
The Association added that the anniversary will rekindle old memories, strengthen bonds, and galvanize support for the next chapter of the school’s growth.
