GCIBOT CONDUCTS EYE TEST FOR GCI NEW STUDENTS
In continuation of its commitment to safeguarding the health and academic success of its students, the Board of Trustees of Government College Ibadan (GCI) on Friday, 26th September 2025, hosted a special medical outreach in collaboration with the Ophthalmology Department of the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan.
The exercise, held at the GCI Museum, was part of the Resumption Day Medical Examination for the newly admitted JSS 1 and JSS 2 students. The visiting medical team, led by ..... Read More
Building a Legacy of Care: An Interview with Tunde Onanusi (’68 Set)
When the Government College Ibadan Class of 1968 celebrated their golden jubilee in 2018, they didn’t just come together to mark the milestone — they chose to leave behind something that would make a lasting difference. Their gift to the school, the GCI Health Hub, has since become a vital space for promoting the health and well-being of students and staff.
To get a closer look at the story behind this landmark project, we reached out to Tunde Onanusi (Carr, 1895), Chairman of the 1968 ..... Read More
1997 Set Donates Football Equipment to GCI Football Academy
Government College Ibadan (GCI) on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, received a generous donation of football kits and equipment from the 1997 Set of the Government College Ibadan Old Boys Association (GCIOBA). The contribution is part of the Set’s commitment to strengthening sports development and promoting excellence in football within the school.
The donated items included: 9 triangle cones, 2 keeper gloves, 30 hoses, 50 round cones, 14 jerseys, 1 whistle, 2 referee cards, 30 shin guards, ..... Read More
INFRASTRUCTURAL RENEWAL SWEEPS THROUGH GCI, LED BY OLD BOYS
Government College Ibadan (GCI), one of Nigeria’s most iconic secondary schools, is experiencing a remarkable wave of development projects, thanks to the unwavering commitment of its Old Boys Association (GCIOBA) and individual alumni. From classrooms to sports facilities, farms to security, and housing to spiritual centres, the face of the school is being transformed.
Among the headline projects is the extension of the Lalekan Are Hall, an initiative of an eminent Old Boy, which ..... Read More
1983 Set Donates Brand New Ambulance to Government College Ibadan
The 1983 Set of Government College Ibadan (GCI) has donated a brand new ambulance to the school, further showcasing their commitment to the development and well-being of their alma mater. The ambulance was officially handed over to the school by a representative of the 1983 Set, Mr. Lekan Isijola (5324 Carr), and was received by the Principal, Mr. S.O. Oladokun.
The handover ceremony was attended by key stakeholders, including the School Administrator, Mr. Olumide Olusanya (5408, Grier), ..... Read More
Intellectual Clash: 1991 September Set Hosts Annual Essay Writing and Debate Competition at Government College Ibadan
Government College Ibadan's (GCI) 1991 September set recently hosted its annual essay writing and debate competition, showcasing the intellectual prowess of the students. Held on Wednesday, February 21st, 2024, the event, organized by the Set's Educational Committee, saw enthusiastic participation from both senior and junior students.
The essay competition, focusing on the topic "Unemployment will increase with the rising use of AI," commenced promptly at 8:46 am at the Languages Department. ..... Read More
1972 SET
The inaugural meeting of the Class of �72 was conceived by Ladipo Idowu and Kayode Ogungbuyi in 1986 with a meeting jointly hosted by the duo in Festac town, Lagos in the same year. This first gathering of the Class of �72 was attended by Ladipo Idowu, Kayode Oluwagbuyi (Ogungbuyi), Deji Daramola, John Omoruan, Wale Atanda, Folarin Olubowale, Ayo Akingbade, Bisade Ologunde, Wole Ososami and Rotimi Fabamwo to mention but a few.
Right from inception, the GCIOBA Class of �72 has been committed ..... Read More
1972 Set Flags Off its Golden Anniversary Project
Thursday, 30th June, 2022 was an indelible date in the annals of history of GCI as the seed of the GCI Sports hub was planted on the soil of Government College Ibadan by the 1972 Set of Government College Ibadan Old Boys Association.
The proposed GCI Sports hub will play host to many games and an Indoor Sports Complex. The 1972 Set is constructing one of the components of the hub, a Standard Lawn Tennis Court, with toilet facilities.
The Sports hub is situated opposite Vitafoam court, ..... Read More
OLUBI ADEJOBI FACILITATES DONATION OF CRICKET EQUIPMENTS TO GCI
The Dressing room of the GCI Cricket Team was again re stocked on Friday,1st of April, 2022 as a Grierson of Government College Ibadan, Olubi Adejobi (Grier, 1975) in collaboration with Krishat Pharma donated cricket equipment to his Alma Mater.
The Cricket equipment which were received by the GCI Storekeeper included 11 pairs of Cricket Jersey (Shirt & Long), 2 pieces of Chest Pad, 3 pieces of Thick Pad, 5 packs of 6 pieces each, of Tennis Ball, 3 pairs of Batman Glove, 1 pack of Soft ..... Read More
CLASS OF 1991 SEPTEMBER SET�S YEARLY ESSAY WRITING COMPETITION AND INTERSCHOOL DEBATE AT GCI TAKES PLACE
The eminent set of 1991 September of Government College Ibadan on Monday, 21st March, 2022, held her annual essay writing competition and interschool debate.
This essay writing competition which involved students from SSS 1 and SSS2 classes which lasted for 45 minutes and started around 8:00am was themed: �Nigeria Natural Resources is a Blessing or Curse.�
The competition which took place at the newly renovated English lecture theatre by the set, had a total number of 36 participants, ..... Read More