At the historic 2025 Jubilee Reunion of the Anglican Students’ Fellowship (ASF/AYF) at OAU, Ile-Ife—themed “The Outpouring”—this truth took centre stage. In a deeply reflective session, Ven. Dr. Richard Ogunlusi took over 250 senior friends and current students through a remarkable 50-year retrospective: “Evolved Identity, Enduring Purpose, and a Lasting Legacy: The Journey from AYF to ASF.”

Dr. Ogunlusi’s reflection was not a dry chronicle of dates, but a poignant case study in spiritual surrender. He recounted entering the university in 1991 with the burning ambition to become the Student Union President—only for a quiet, divine redirection to lead him to a campus fellowship, a life-altering surrender to Christ, and eventually, the fellowship presidency in 1996. His journey underscores a vital truth: when we release our backup plans and embrace adequacy found only in God, we step into a lineage of impact that outlives us.

From its humble beginnings as the Anglican Youth Fellowship (AYF) to its evolved identity as ASF, the fellowship’s enduring legacy is anchored on one thing: a relentless commitment to manifesting kingdom power and spreading the Great Light.

Are you ready to look beyond being a mere “seat filler” in your generation and instead build a lasting legacy?

Click here to download the full, inspiring speech by Ven. Dr. Richard Ogunlusi

Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature…”go and make disciples of all nations…

Mark 16:15, Matthew 28.19 NIV

It’s been around 2000 years now! From a handful of initial obedient believers who “went out and preached everywhere” (Mark 16:20), over two billion people now profess faith in Christ today! This is a great feat! The church has done a lot in spite of fire, dungeons and swords and all assaults of the gate of hell aimed at quenching the spread of this only redeeming truth.

The baton of world evangelization is now passed over unto us as a generation. And the task remaining (unfinished) is still very enormous! About 7,000 out of 11,000 people groups (i.e. nations/ethnic groups) of the Earth’s population are statistically yet to be reached with the message of hope and eternal life that is in Christ Jesus, the only ordained Saviour (1 Timothy 2:5, Romans 8:1), which is one of the strongest prophetic markers delaying His second coming till now (Matthew 24:14)

This translates into millions upon millions of priceless and precious souls, descending into Christless eternity, forever lost, every year! Most not because they refused to obey the Gospel, but because they never became “reached and told” in their lifetime!

Many of them pass daily through our doormat on their way to Christless eternity in different regalia as our colleagues at work, our employers/employees, our gateman, our regular customer (pepper or cloth seller in the market), our taxi drivers, the bike men, patients we daily treat as medical personnel, pupils and students under our tutelage at schools, our teachers and lecturers on campus. The list goes on!

We are in the last of the last days (2 Timothy 3:1), and of course, it’s prophetically more difficult to be a correct Christian (“where iniquity is to abound and the love of many waxed cold” —Matthew 24:13).

How can we then, as a generation, despite the several factors militating against our faith, love, attention and devotion to the things of God still be able to go about fulfilling our mandate of reaching the world with the Gospel and fulfilling our calling without failing?

1. Set/Re-set the Compass

Someone once remarked: [We are] “In a generation where the Bible is increasingly being treated as inspirational rather than authoritative–valuable for encouragement, but negotiable when it conflicts with cultural norms.” This is one of the most subtle, yet very fatal danger of the end time. If you’ll keep your faith alive and ablaze to the very end, you must first decide what it is exactly you want to live for/keep on living for. You must daily set and CHECK the compass as regards the direction of your greatest priority and preoccupation in life. Whether it’s for God and the Will of His heart today (1Timothy 2:4) or just for the things that end with time! To Peter and John and the early disciples of Christ, the great commission of their master was not a great suggestion that can be followed when situation around is viable or safe (Acts 4:19-20).

2. Ask for God’s Help in Prayer!

After the compass of your heart has been set to obeying and doing the will of God Your Maker and Master regardless of the odds and conflicts and possible consequences, the next step is to seek His grace in prayer (Philippians 2:13, 4:13)

We had previously suffered and been insulted in Philippi, as you know, but with the help of our God we dared to tell you his gospel in spite of strong opposition.

1 Thessalonians 2:2 NIV

That was Paul, the Apostle, one of the most successful Christ’s Ambassadors in history talking here. And every man’s secret is in their story.

Talk about unstoppable soul winning zeal, fire and resilience in pursuit of God and expansion of His Kingdom. How was he able to accomplish that much for the kingdom within a lifetime? He said he was simply HELPED OF GOD! He described that help later as Grace! (1 Corinthians 15:10)

To appropriate this is to ask God for His Help too. Ask Him daily in prayers for grace to be able to obey His great commission mandate today and every remaining day of your life (regardless of any cultural, societal or governmental factors that might be militating against your obedience —Acts 4:29-31). Ask Christ to help you truly love people enough that you’ll care MORE about the eternal welfare of their souls than any other factors limiting you from reaching out to them with the Gospel. He is the One that loved them enough to die for them in the first place. Ask Him in prayers to give you His heart for the people around you and place a portion of His boundless love for them within your heart. You’ll then begin to see a great shift in your world view and priority.

3. Start from where you are

A simple launchpad question to ask yourself is: “Who is close to me but (still) far from God today?” That is your immediate mission field. Ask yourself right now: Who am I intentionally building a gospel-centred relationship with, reaching out to and discipling for Christ today?

4. Write down the Vision

To keep yourself on track in the midst of the great distractions of our generation, have it boldly written somewhere visible to you in your house, on your office table or desk (if it’s possible), so that you’re daily confronted with it.

My Vision (as an obedient disciple of Christ) is that everyone in this neighborhood, in this company, or on this campus (as the case may be) get to hear the Word

As God’s vision is constantly fed and fanned aflame, it will become a fire that burns naturally within your heart. You will soon begin to see everyone (man, woman and child you meet daily) as someone that God wants to reach.  The next assignment is to make it a personal mandate to spread this fire to every Christian or convert you’re discipling for Christ. When the task of Global Missions becomes the responsibility of every believer, that’s when we can start talking about finishing the remaining task of evangelizing the World for Christ.

5. Till the Whole Earth be filled

The Oikos ministry and work within one’s local assembly is enormous yet God wills and plans that the utmost end of the world be reached through your direct involvement as member of His army. Not everyone will be able to go to Asia in person, but any believer today can touch souls for God thousands of miles away in another continent upon his/her knees in prayer. You can send and support someone there with your prayers and resources and thus partner with God to keep the Gospel spreading there!

The remaining task of reaching the lost and the perishing is so enormous that no one should be able to say that there is no space for me in it.

6. Lastly, Don’t lose your sight on the Rewards (Hebrews 12:2)

Behold, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to everyone according to what he has done.

Revelations 22:12

I believe the greatest question to ask at the end of each day is WHAT HAVE I DONE FOR CHRIST TODAY? It might also be the best question to start each day with: “WHAT AM I GOING TO DO FOR CHRIST (TOWARDS THE EXPANSION OF GOD’S KINGDOM) TODAY? This is living for God’s Vision!

Owoseni Adeolu Amos is a missionary working among the Fulanis in a southwestern part of Nigeria. While on campus, he served as the Evangelism Secretary and later as the Fellowship President.

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“If the axe is dull and one does not sharpen the edge, more strength is needed; but wisdom brings success.”
— Ecclesiastes 10:10

Perhaps one way God is sharpening the axe for this generation is through Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Some approach AI with fear or suspicion, as though it competes with humanity or even with faith. Yet throughout Scripture, God consistently releases wisdom through people — craftsmanship in Exodus, strategy through Joseph, governance through Daniel, and insight through Paul. AI is not replacing man; it is man applying God-given intelligence at scale. Like Moses, who needed helpers to carry responsibility, AI can serve as an assistant that never gets tired — helping draft documents, organise plans, analyse options, or structure ideas while you focus on discernment and decision-making. Delegation has always been spiritual wisdom.

One remarkable thing about AI is its breadth of knowledge. Trained across books, research material, and professional disciplines, it compresses hours of searching into minutes of structured insight. Engineers explore solutions faster, students understand difficult subjects sooner, and small business owners compete more effectively. Ask broad questions, and it responds broadly; ask precise questions, and it becomes surprisingly detailed. It does not replace expertise — it accelerates learning and exposes blind spots early.

In my professional journey as a Software Engineer and CTO at Loopsave (www.loopsave.com), a fintech startup co-founded with another Senior Friend, AI has quietly become part of how we think and build. We explore architectural decisions, stress-test financial flows, draft technical documentation, and challenge assumptions before writing production code. Many costly mistakes are avoided simply because difficult questions can now be examined early. Decisions still require prayer, accountability, and experience — AI simply sharpens the conversation.

Outside work, the impact is even more relatable. Some will use AI for research; others may simply use it to plan family devotions, prepare CVs, write birthday messages, organise travel plans, or model personal finances. I have personally used it to structure presentations, learn new subjects faster, and organise community initiatives. Imagine preparing a family budget or planning a weekly prayer session in minutes, not hours. Many burdens we carry today exist simply because we have not yet learned to delegate wisely.

However, wisdom requires balance. AI can sound confident even when wrong, especially when instructions are unclear. Outputs must be verified — particularly in finance, medicine, or spiritual counsel. Privacy also matters; sensitive information should not be casually shared online. Most importantly, AI should never replace prayer, Scripture, or counsel from trusted believers. Think of it as a brilliant intern — incredibly helpful, but never the final authority.

Getting started is simpler than many imagine. Open a conversational AI tool today and ask, “Help me plan my week.” That single exercise may surprise you. Writing tools help refine messages or teaching outlines. Image tools assist with flyers or church media. Learning assistants explain complex subjects patiently. Across education, healthcare, engineering, and entrepreneurship, millions now collaborate with AI weekly — not because they are experts, but because they were willing to experiment.

So where do you begin? Identify repetitive tasks first — emails you rewrite often, research that consumes hours, documents you struggle to start, or decisions requiring structured comparison. Invite AI into those spaces while keeping wisdom and discernment at the centre.

You don’t have to do everything alone anymore.

Perhaps God, in His mercy, has given this generation a helper that multiplies effort — so we can spend more time loving people, building families, serving His kingdom, and pursuing purpose.

Wisdom in this season may simply be learning to do what matters most.

Akintunde Olanrewaju is a Payment Software Engineer and Senior Friend with experience building secure financial systems across fintech and payments. He serves as CTO at Loopsave (www.loopsave.com), a social finance platform that helps communities build financial stability through technology. He is passionate about faith, innovation, and practical wisdom for everyday life.

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I warmly congratulate you all on successfully crossing into the year 2026. To God Almighty alone be all the glory for His unfailing mercies, divine protection, and preservation. Indeed, we are grateful to be among those telling the story of 2025.

The year 2025 was eventful across the globe, and for us in SFCN, it was a season of impact and fulfillment. We witnessed God’s hand through our various activities, the powerful testimonies shared, and most especially the successful Jubilee Reunion. On behalf of the Executive Committee, I sincerely appreciate everyone who contributed to these success stories through prayers, financial support, and selfless service. Special thanks to those who consistently answered the call whenever the network reached out and participated in the various programmes. It would have been truly disheartening to look around and find no one standing with us, but God blessed us with committed brethren.

Now, 2026 is upon us, marking the beginning of the third year of this Executive Committee’s tenure. By the grace of God, we are stronger, more focused, and even more committed to serving you faithfully. We humbly invite you to prayerfully continue this glorious journey with us.

Drawing strength from Nehemiah 9:19–21, we boldly declare that our flourishing in 2026 shall be great. The Lord will be merciful to us and will not abandon us in any situation. We shall not be stranded nor confused. The Holy Spirit will continually guide and instruct us. God will not withhold nourishment from us; we shall lack no good thing. Sickness will not overpower us, we will not be clothed in shame or rags, and we will not embark on journeys of no return in Jesus’ mighty name.

Beloved brethren, to fully access these blessings, uprightness is essential. As Proverbs 14:11 says, “The house of the wicked will be overthrown, but the tent of the upright will flourish.” In our daily walk with God and in our dealings with others this year, we must deliberately prioritize uprightness (living lives of righteousness and integrity). This is not a season to toy with sin or walk in deception. We are called to put on the Lord Jesus Christ and make no provision for the flesh to fulfill its lusts (Romans 13:14). More than ever, we must be intentional about living in complete obedience to God. Like Daniel, when we purpose in our hearts to honour God completely, His abundant grace will be made available to us. By His mercy, the Lord will make our Christian journey and our pursuit of uprightness easier and joyful throughout this year, in Jesus’ name.

As the year unfolds, we will regularly keep you informed of the activities God has prepared for us. We encourage you not to miss out on any of them. By God’s grace, you and I will joyfully tell the beautiful story of 2026, sound in mind, strong in health, and flourishing in prosperity in Jesus’ name.

Happy New Year, and God bless you all abundantly.

Yours in His Service,

Adebayo O. Adeniyi
President, SFCN

The mid-year months focused on the practicalities of our walk and witness. In May, Abiola Fajimi exhorted us to see the marketplace as a mission field, integrating our faith into our professional lives. June brought a powerful two-part series from Oluwapelumi Oloke on “Total Dependency,” sharing her journey from resistance to being posted to Kano to finding divine protection through surrender. As the heat of July set in, Pharmacist Ore Adeyemi reminded us to “Stay Hydrated, Stay Healthy,” emphasizing that our bodies are the physical channels for God’s power. In the same month, Funmilola Oni and Jonah Ibiamagabara began the countdown to our landmark reunion, inviting fifty generations to celebrate God’s wondrous works.

The latter part of the year intensified our spiritual preparation. August featured Grace Ogunlusi on the “Costs and Benefits of Courageous Obedience,” teaching us that obedience is the truest evidence of belief. September saw our “Citizens” taking “The Light to Ogbagba,” a mission trip where healing and salvation were witnessed firsthand. October brought a renewed call from President Adebayo Adeniyi for every Senior Friend to find their place in the family, while November served as a final rallying cry, bridging the wisdom of elders with the energy of youth as we approached our historic Jubilee gathering.

Reunion 2025 was truly the Lord’s doing, a significant milestone that gathered over 250 Senior Friends and students. As the Planning Committee Chairman, Olusola Olawoye, captured in his post-event article, the three-day event was characterized by a powerful Jubilee Praise Night and impactful expert talks. The Chairman noted that the “Outpouring” experienced in Ile-Ife was not a closing ceremony but the beginning of a new half-century of grace, signalling that the best is yet to come for the SFCN family.

As we step into 2026, we welcome every Senior Friend to a new year of limitless possibilities. We look ahead with optimism, confident that this is our year for manifesting the kingdom power throughout all 365 days. The assurance of God’s sufficient grace is available to us all. We encourage you to trust wholeheartedly in God to do exploits and to remain diligent in all SFCN activities. We want to see all of us in our online and physical events. Together, let us walk in the fullness of His power!

Jonah Ibiamagabara is the SFCN Public Relations Officer. He graduated in 2014 having served as the fellowship’s Technical Director and in several fellowship units including the Foundation School and School of Ministry. He now works as a project engineer within Nigeria’s energy industry.

The full Saturday event was memorable. I personally had highlights, like most of you. I loved the keynote addresses and the panel session where we harnessed the power of technology to ensure we got all our senior friends who are experts in their fields to address the topics. I really enjoyed the documentary on the 50-year journey.

It is noteworthy that all speakers were senior friends—a testament that great people who are experts in diverse fields have emerged from the fellowship. What about the laughter during dinner? It was indeed a great time of fellowship.

The wrap-up and thanksgiving service on Sunday at the Church of Pentecost (COP) was the icing on the cake as we received the father’s blessing.

I am indeed proud of everything the Reunion team accomplished. Two years of planning, hard work, and commitment paid off. Thank you for giving fully to the Lord. The support of the central executives has been tremendous. Lastly, all of this could not have been possible without the support of the senior friends prayerfully, financially, and emotionally.

This Reunion is just the beginning of an outpouring that will last another 50 years until we attain a century and beyond. This is a spark to begin something greater in our individual lives and as a fellowship.

God bless you all for participating. See you again in 2027. But before then, I am hoping you will join all our quarterly programs and respond to our calls when we reach out.

Yours in continuous service,

Olusola Olawoye

Chairman, Jubilee Reunion Committee 2025
Vice President, Senior Friends Christian Network

PS: Relive the memories from Reunion 2025 via a collection of pictures, videos, and the e-programme

What exactly is Reunion? Olajumoke Adegbite, a Part 5 Pharmacy student, defines it as a beautiful concept that represents the coming together of Senior Friends and Citizens under the umbrella of the Anglican Students Fellowship. This event expresses a powerful sense of unity, showing that the fellowship remains one body. It is, as Olajumoke notes, a unique, “divine meeting point between generations,” bridging the wisdom of the past with the vibrancy of the present. Olajide Victor, a Part 5 Quantity Surveying student, adds that Reunion is a special event where past members reconnect, bridging the gap to allow meaningful relationships and mutual understanding to grow within the fellowship.

For Citizens, the opportunity to attend is invaluable. Olajumoke describes this gathering as a “fertile ground for the exchange of knowledge, mentorship, and encouragement.” All current students have a vital moment to “reunite with all those whom God has used to bless their lives,” according to Dabin Rinji Musa, a Part 5 Computer Engineering student. Agbapuonwu Ebuka Jefferson, also a Part 5 student of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, stresses that attendees get the opportunity to meet Senior Friends, “hear their stories, learn from their wealth of experience,” and build connections, making it an “amazing networking opportunity.” Students like Olajide also see it as a chance to be motivated by seeing the success of those who once walked the same path, gaining wisdom, guidance, and encouragement for their own journey.

The Alumni are truly the heartbeat of this event. Both Dabin and Ebuka agree that the powerful presence of Senior Friends is what separates Reunion from every other program in the City. Olajide points out its rarity, holding only once every two years, which heightens the expectation and joy. For the Senior Friend, Reunion is your chance to answer that call, to return home, witness the fellowship’s phenomenal growth over half a century, and pour back into the lives of the students coming behind you. It is a beautiful moment to relive memories and celebrate God’s faithfulness in your life and in the life of the City that nurtured you.

This Jubilee Reunion is special because it is a dual-heartbeat event where both generations partner to celebrate God’s faithfulness and legacy over 50 years. It is for all—Senior Friends and Citizens—a moment for deep fellowship and inspiration. Don’t miss this historic gathering!

Register now for the Jubilee Reunion, holding from November 28th – 30th, 2025, at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.

Register here

This article was put together in collaboration with Victor Adebisi, the current Editorial Secretary of ASF. 

I do not intend to sing Dunsin Oyekan’s song but to say that ASF/AYF OAU Ife has produced several alumni over the last 50 years. Beyond the Power Services, village evangelisms, outreaches, household retreats, prayer meetings, bible study meetings, cell meetings, exam prayer meetings, Choice, Celebrations, New Beginnings, and many more, one thing we share is a deep bond rooted in faith—a foundation built on Jesus Christ that continues to shape our lives long after graduation.

Our alumni association, Senior Friends Christian Network (SFCN), is more than a name on a list or a WhatsApp group. It is an incorporated association, guided by a constitution with aims and objectives. It is indeed a living and breathing community; a community for encouragement, support, and collective impact. It is the product of the efforts of many faithful soldiers who have gone ahead of us; brethren who committed their time and resources to create a structure for us to remain a healthy family after graduation, connecting newer generations to the founding fathers. Hence, participating in SFCN’s events, avails you the opportunity to not only rekindle old friendships and connections, but an opportunity to also uplift others through your story, your testimonies, your prayers, and your presence. Every voice contributes to the harmony of this network. Every story adds a new chapter to our shared testimony (Prov. 27:17). Therefore, your involvement matters a lot.

Another Reunion holds on the 28^th – 30^th of November 2025. Our Reunion is a time to reconnect, to rejoice and to reflect. It is a time to relive those nostalgic moments we once shared as brothers and sisters in faith. Perhaps you are one of those who have not found a reason to attend reunions or you still have one excuse or the other, I plead with you to have a change of mind. Our Reunion is not a time to show off; it is not for status-competition, nor is it not about denominations. I want you to see it as a time to give back to the source that contributed so much to our spiritual growth; a source that supported our emotional, social, welfare and academic wellbeing at those moments that it mattered most. We all have benefited in one way or the other, whether knowingly or unknowingly from the ministry of Senior Friends during our time on campus – those financial supports for the successful programmes we held, those ministers and resource persons that risked their lives embarking on those travels to OAU for no dime that you and I may be blessed. Giving back is not all about money, but you have a story that can shape the future of one student. You have a testimony that can launch another to his/her destiny. You have a presence that can give hope to the faint-hearted. It may even be your own moment to connect with your destiny helper that you have been praying for and seeking for many years. If Zechariah had stopped going to the temple because of his challenge of childlessness, he might not have been located at his angelic post (Luke 1:5-14). That gathering may be your own appointed time to encounter that liberating idea and insight that you need for your next level, and you do not want to miss it.

Maybe you have been away for a while but now you have every reason to make it to this Jubilee Reunion and make it the beginning of many more to come. It is time to return, reconnect, and reignite your place in this family. I do not want us to relive the old time alone but let us create new ones together to the glory of God.

Be aware that a group of brethren, the Reunion Planning Committee, have been meeting fortnightly for almost one year so that you may have a valuable and memorable time at the Reunion. Also, the SFCN prayer team has been meeting fortnightly for a similar period for your sake, and we know that God is answering their prayers. Let us meet at the Jubilee Reunion this November.

I love you all.

Adebayo Adeniyi
SFCN President

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Day One (Arrival and Preparation)

On a calm Tuesday evening, hearts full of expectation and bags packed with supplies, we set out from campus toward the quiet and welcoming lands of Ogbagba Village. This was not just another trip, it was a mission. We were students but we carried something far greater than books, we carried the Gospel, hope and a burden to touch lives.

The journey itself was filled with excitement and shared anticipation. As we approached Ogbagba, we were greeted by the warm smiles and curious eyes of its people.

The mission commenced with a heartfelt session of thanksgiving and worship. This was followed by an informative address from the Prayer Coordinator and he outlined protocols, safety measures and the etiquette expected during our stay. Then we went into a session of prayers and we brought ourselves to the consciousness that that our efforts in spreading the gospel are divinely ordained. We affirmed that God, who strengthens those He calls, would be with us, and signs and wonders would follow our mission. After that everyone was permitted to rest a bit before the President came up and equipped us with answers to potential questions from the curious villagers, ensuring we were ready for meaningful engagement.

Day Two (Evangelism and Town Cry)

Following the dawn of a new day was an outreach in group of twos with a morning cry, a door-to-door evangelism effort, followed by personal devotion and a fresh start to the day.

We prayed with families and encouraged the hearts of the weary. Messages were simple yet profound and they reminded us that ministry is not just about open spaces but about meeting people right where they are. By the time we prayed together after the outreach, Ogbagba was no longer just a location on a map, it had become part of our hearts.

After we had our something to fill our bellies later that afternoon, we continued with evangelism and reminded the villagers of the revival coming up later that day and how God wants to minister to them through the revivalist. As the revival approached, the atmosphere was filled with anticipation and various expectations.

The crusade began and the revivalist preached the message of the Gospel with children and adults paying attention and gaining clarity. Many people were healed of their infirmities while some gave their lives to Christ. It was a productive night for the kingdom mandate.

Day Three (Revival through the Arts)

The third day dawned with hearts eager and minds alert. We began the morning gathered under the shade of the word, opening the Scriptures for a deep Bible and theme exposition. It wasn just another study, it was a moment of light and it broke into our understanding. Together, we walked through the Word, wrestling with truths and then moved into a special session where we handled difficult questions cleared doubts off wearied minds. Nothing was off the table. From life’s practical struggles to deep theological insights, we searched the Scriptures and encouraged one another in faith. This afternoon carried a different rhythm. First came our male and female discussion groups, safe spaces where we could speak freely, share burdens and learn from one another’s journeys about things that were peculiar to us and it was real, honest and refreshing. This was followed by our routine town cry and awareness of the drama night to come that evening. The evening opened with Drama Night. Laughter echoed and silence fell at all the right moments as each performance carried powerful lessons wrapped in creativity. It was ministry through art, and the message reached both heart and mind. Night came and a night watch was called. Under the absence of sunlight, we pressed into God’s presence. Worship lifted like incense, prayers rose like fire and the hours passed unnoticed. It was a night of surrender, intercession and divine encounter. When dawn approached, we knew Day Three had left its mark in the village, in the mission and in every heart present.

Day Four (Departure)

The final morning came quietly, yet the air was filled with the weight of all we had experienced. Bags were packed, but our hearts were far too full to contain the faces of the Ogbagba people. We prayed together, committing the seeds sown into the hands of the Master Gardener. There was gratitude for every conversation, every prayer, every shared meal. There was also a gentle ache, knowing that though our bodies were leaving, a part of us would remain there. As we waved our goodbyes, the road ahead felt different from the one we came on. We were not simply returning home; we were returning changed. Ogbagba had left its imprint on our hearts, and the mission had reminded us that the Gospel’s reach is limitless.

This article was provided by the current citizens to keep Senior Friends aware that the fellowship continues to keep the fire burning in Ife

Greetings to you in Jesus name. I trust you and yours are doing well. We are constantly praying
for you that the grace of the Lord will continually abide with you and his presence will always
lead you. Amen!
As you are aware, this year, we will be celebrating the Jubilee Reunion, our 50th anniversary as
a body and I thank you for your support so far in ensuring a successful event. Today, I bring you
an update regarding the date change. As we have recently realized that the students will not be
on campus during the earlier slated date— 3rd – 5th October 2025, Reunion 2025 has now been
postponed to a new date— 28th – 30th November 2025. This is to ensure inclusivity of the student
body and to fulfil the purpose of this year’s reunion- to reach out to the entire OAU community.
The essence of our Reunion remains unchanged – to celebrate God’s faithfulness, inspire a new
generation, and refresh our spirits as we gather together in Ile-Ife for a wonderful experience.
We’ll still have the theme “Outpouring”, and we’re excited to share stories, memories, and
experiences that will uplift and motivate us all.
Let’s make this celebration unforgettable!
Stay connected, and let’s look forward to an amazing Reunion.

In His service,
Olusola Olawoye
Chairman, Jubilee Reunion 2025
Vice President, Senior Friends Christian Network