GCI Students Trained in Responsible AI Use Through Learning Initiative
A total of 80 students of Government College Ibadan (GCI) have benefited from a digital learning initiative aimed at strengthening academic performance through the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools.
The programme, known as the AI-Enabled SDG 4 Learning Club, was facilitated by Arogbonlo Israel in collaboration with Reactivate Africa Foundation. Designed as a 30-day capacity-building project, the initiative focused on promoting quality education in line with Sustainable ..... Read More
GCIOBA PRESIDENT DONATES CROCKERY AND SCHOOL UNIFORMS TO GCI BOYS
On Saturday, 25th January 2026, the National President of the Government College Ibadan Old Boys Association (GCIOBA), Wale Babalakin, donated 1,000 crockery items and 409 school uniforms, consisting of the school uniform and the hostel wear, to students of Government College Ibadan (GCI).
The donation of the crockery items followed observations by the Old Boys that a large number of hostel crockery previously in use had been lost and vandalised, with about 70 per cent no longer available. ..... Read More
GCI Students Showcase Cutting-Edge Projects at STEM Impact Exhibition
Government College Ibadan (GCI) recorded another landmark achievement on 29th November 2025, as students of the school unveiled innovative, technology-driven projects at the maiden STEM Impact Exhibition held at the GCI Assembly Hall.
The exhibition marked the culmination of one year of intensive training under the STEM Impact Program, an initiative led by two distinguished Old Boys, Tolu Sodehinde (Class of ’78) and Seun Abimbola (Class of ’81), ..... Read More
NNPC Foundation Donates 1,000 STEM Books to Government College Ibadan
In a remarkable show of support for science education and youth development, the NNPC Foundation officially commissioned a donation of 1,000 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) books and a mini-library at Government College Ibadan (GCI) on Wednesday, 18th June, 2025. The event was graced by dignitaries from the education sector, school administrators, representatives of the NNPC Foundation, and excited students of the prestigious institution.
Representing the Managing ..... Read More
GCI 82 SET HOLDS DRUG ABUSE AWARENES PROGRAM
On the 14th of November, 2024, the 1982 set of Government College Ibadan (GCI) hosted a significant awareness program for the SS2 students, aimed at addressing the harmful effects of substance abuse. The event, titled “Unchain the Chained,” was held in the school’s assembly hall, featuring Baiye Adebowale Folarinwa, known by his moniker Simba, as the keynote speaker.
Simba captivated the audience with his heartfelt and cautionary tale, sharing his personal struggles with substance ..... Read More
GCI RECEIVES DONATION OF A FRENCH LAB
French Language Initiative Revolutionizes Education at Government College Ibadan Junior School 2
In a trans-formative stride towards linguistic diversity and cultural enrichment, Government College Ibadan Junior School 2 has embarked on a pioneering French Language Initiative. This groundbreaking project, made possible through a collaborative effort between the French Embassy and the Oyo State government, seeks to redefine language education paradigms and empower students with essential ..... Read More
GCIOBA RECEIVES GCI'S NEW INTAKE INTO THE BOARDING HOUSE FOR THE 2023/2024 ACADEMIC SESSION AT GOVERNMENT COLLEGE IBADAN
Government College Ibadan commenced its first term for the academic session 2023/2024 on September 18th, 2023. However, the boarding students began their journey a day earlier, on Sunday, September 17th, 2023. The boarding houses welcomed both the new and returning students.
The reception for the boarders was conducted in three distinct stages:
1. Confirmation of Payment: Students were required to confirm their payments. This crucial step was overseen by Okeleke Opeyemi (2000), Miss ..... Read More
Government College Ibadan Resumes Residential Admission Interview
Government College Ibadan (GCI) led by GCIBOT (GCI Board of Trustees), in collaboration with the Old Boys Association, has successfully resuscitated the traditional/historical admission process. This is sequel to the MOU agreement between the Oyo State Government (OYSG) and the GCI Old Boys Association (GCIOBA). The process, comprising an examination followed by residential interview process, reaffirms its commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development. The recently ..... Read More
1986 SET REVIVES YOUNG FARMERS CLUB AT GCI
1986 Set of Government College Ibadan Old Boys Association has on Thursday, 12th May, 2022, re launched an Agricultural club named "Young Farmers Club" at her Alma Mater.
The Club which comprises the Agric. students and teachers of Government College Ibadan drawn across both junior and senior classes is premised on the creation of a farmland in the school whereby the members of the club would be taught and shown modernized system of farming, and also practice the real farming. The farmland ..... Read More
GCI CELEBRATES 2022 JETS DAY, CO-SPONSORED BY 1991 SEPTEMBER SET
Government College Ibadan joined other secondary schools in the State to celebrate the 2022 Annual JETS Day.
The 2022 Annual Junior Engineers, Technicians and Scientists (JETS) Club day was held on Friday, 11th February, 2022 at the School Assembly hall.
The event co sponsored by the 1991 September Set had in attendance Speakers from the GCI Old Boys Association, precisely Wole Olulade - the Chairman of 1979 Set, Dr Miss Aremu from the Food Science & Technology Department, University of ..... Read More