Despite the heavens opening up and threatening to wash out our highly anticipated novelty match against our esteemed counterparts from the Nigerian Navy Secondary School, Set of 1995, on Saturday, June 14th, 2025, the spirit of ’95 prevailed! Our resilient MBHS ’95 Old Boys showed up in full force in Navy Town, ready to represent and celebrate with our fellow alumni as they marked their 30th anniversary.
The determination of the organisers was truly admirable. They held their nerve, and thankfully, our MBHS ’95 team was equally undeterred by the downpour. While the pitch at the Navy Town Sports Complex was certainly waterlogged, it only added to the unique and memorable experience. Slipping and sliding our way through the match, our team put up a valiant effort against a strong Navy ’95 side.
While the final score ended 3-1 in favour of Nigerian Navy Secondary School ’95 Set, the day was about so much more than just the result. The camaraderie and sportsmanship displayed by both sets were truly commendable. We were deeply touched by the generous gesture of our Navy ’95 brothers who presented our team with medals and certificates of participation – a wonderful memento of the occasion. The constant supply of water and drinks throughout the match was also greatly appreciated, especially amidst the wet conditions!
The hospitality didn’t end on the field. Following the match, we were warmly welcomed to a waterside experience at a great spot in Navy Town for a fantastic post-event gathering. The spread of food and drinks was incredible, and it provided the perfect setting for us to mingle, share stories, and further strengthen the bonds between our two alumni sets. It was a fantastic opportunity to reminisce about our shared experiences from 1995 and forge new connections.
A huge thank you goes out to every member of the MBHS ’95 set who braved the weather and came out to support our team and celebrate with Nigerian Navy Secondary School ’95. Your presence and enthusiasm made the day a resounding success. And a massive thank you to the volunteers who stepped onto the pitch to represent us with pride and good humour! We also recognise our “academy” player in the person of Tito Sadare, a 14 year old son of Kunle Sadare, who plugged in to help complete the team, and did so quite bravely and usefully too.
We also wish to appreciate our MBHS ’95 Gents who were unable to make it for one reason or the other but pitched in by supporting the participants financially, making it possible to prepare fantastically looking football jerseys that was adorned by the team volunteers. May God replenish your pockets bountifully.
We extend our deepest appreciation to the Nigerian Navy Secondary School, Set of 1995, for their kind invitation, exceptional organisation, and overwhelming hospitality. It was an honour to join in your 30th-anniversary celebrations, and the memories created on that rainy Saturday in June will undoubtedly last a lifetime.
Check out the gallery below for pictures capturing the fun and camaraderie of the day!
Non Sibi Sed Allis!!
MBHS 95 Alumni Association 
It gives me great joy to respond to this post. I am thankful to the Methodist Boys 95 Set for so many things…
1. A prompt response to our invitation to play this Novelty Match in spite of such a short notice
2. MBHS 95 Set honoured their promise to play the game, even though it rained Cats and Dogs all day, they were Gentlemen and Men of their words, even though there was the temptation to do otherwise, MBHS 95 Set are men of character!!!
3. In spite of some hiccups on the day, the MBHS 95 Set never complained, but were always gracious to us their hosts
I can’t thank MBHS 95 Set and their wonderful EXCOS enough.
Special thanks goes to Mr Kunle Sadare, he is a significant reason why this game happened, thank you so much Sir.
We look forward to more fruitful collaborations between the Methodist Boys High School Lagos 95 Set and the Nigerian Navy Secondary School Abeokuta 95 Set in future.
God bless you Sirs,,
Onward Together!!!
Excel Together!!!
Non Sibi Sed Allis!!!!
Rero Daniels, NNSSAB 95 Set
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