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MUTECO ’83 brings hope, dignity, and millions in support to Lagos retirement homes

By Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye      “This Is Only the Beginning” The gates of the retirement home opened slowly, but what walked in that morning was anything but quiet. Led by their president, Mrs. Damilola Igbasan, members of the Muslim Teachers College Old Students Association, Class of ’83 (MUTECO ’83) arrived not with fanfare, but with purpose. Thirteen men and women, bound by history, strengthened by compassion, came bearing gifts, smiles, and something far rarer, remembrance. For the elderly residents, many of whom have learned to measure time in long, quiet hours, the visit felt like a sudden rush of light. Food supplies worth millions of naira were presented with bags carried with care, boxes unpacked with reverence.  But beyond the rice, provisions, and essentials was a deeper offering: dignity.  The unmistakable message that they were not forgotten. The visit, confirmed by the Technical Director of the Lagos State Sports Commission, (...