Hope rekindled, history revived as Mubi primary one marks 100 years of existence
Guests, old students and members of the community on Tuesday trooped in large numbers to celebrate the centenary anniversary of Mubi One Primary School, one of the oldest educational institutions in Adamawa State, marking 100 years of continuous service to education (1926–2026).
The historic celebration took place on January 5, 2026, at the school premises in Lokuwa Ward, Mubi North Local Government Area, exactly a day after the school marked its official founding date of January 4, 1926.
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The event, which commenced at about 10:00am, was both colourful and reflective, blending celebration with sober reflection on education, values and the future of society.
The centenary ceremony was chaired by Justice Abdul Aziz Waziri Hassan, JCA, and attracted an array of dignitaries and distinguished alumni.
Among them were the Emir of Mubi, HRH Alhaji Abubakar Isa Ahmadu, represented by Alhaji Salisu Usman Dan Rimi, Chief Launcher Alhaji Dr. Abdulrahman Buba Kwaccham, former Commissioner of Information Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim Sajoh (FNIPR) as Guest Speaker, retired DIG Abubakar Yahya, former chairman of Mubi LGA Mohammed Sadiq, education stakeholders, traditional rulers and prominent old boys of the school.
Presenting a brief but enlightening history of the school, the Education Secretary of Mubi North LGA, Alhaji Ahmed Modibbo Abbas, traced the school’s origin to the post–First World War period following the defeat of German colonial administrators in Northern Cameroon and the subsequent British administration under the League of Nations.
He explained that the establishment of Mubi One Primary School was influenced by Sir Hugh Clifford’s 1926 Education Ordinance, which laid the foundation for modern education in the region.
He recalled that the school initially operated with junior and senior sections housed in modest classroom blocks, and named some of the pioneer pupils, including the late Alhaji Dahiru Monduva, Alhaji Mana Ngoba and Alhaji Buba Mubi.
He also acknowledged surviving teachers from the 1950s and 1970s, noting the school’s remarkable contribution to producing scholars, jurists, traditional rulers, politicians, security chiefs and professionals across Nigeria and beyond.
The highlight of the event was a deeply reflective keynote address by Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim Sajoh, titled “Giant Strides, Reflections and Next Steps.” Drawing from history, personal experience and national realities, Sajoh lamented the loss of moral values, widening inequality in access to education, the crisis of out-of-school children and the growing disconnect between elites and the masses. Quoting Chief Obafemi Awolowo, he warned that denying education to the poor ultimately threatens societal peace.
He called for renewed commitment to mentorship over godfatherism, skills acquisition over mere certificates, and a return to value-based leadership, stressing that education must build character, competence and critical thinking.
Following the speech, the centenary ₦100 million endowment fund was formally launched, with Dr. Abdulrahman Buba Kwaccham donating ₦5 million to kick-start the initiative.
Other alumni and guests made generous contributions aimed at fencing the school, renovating classrooms, providing water, building an examination hall and establishing ICT facilities.
Awards and gifts were later presented to families of pioneer pupils and retired teachers, capping a historic celebration filled with nostalgia, gratitude and hope.
In a goodwill messages, the Emir’s representative commended the organizers, describing Mubi One Primary School as a beacon whose legacy will continue to shape generations to come.
