A Nigerian man recently revisited his old secondary school. He wanted to check on a tree he planted during his first year.
A TikTok video documented this emotional journey. The clip, shared by @farmer.olufad, quickly went viral. It garnered over 20,000 likes.
Reliving High School Memories
The now-viral video featured the farmer’s alma mater in Lagos. He clarified that the school assigned him this particular tree.
He once led a climate-change club. Former Lagos Governor Raji Fashola established this initiative.
According to @farmer.olufad, he initially planned to study medicine. However, he eventually pursued a career in forestry instead.
The video clearly shows his genuine joy. He stands proudly beside his well-grown tree.
In his own words, he reflected on the profound experience:
“From secondary school days in 2009. When I headed the Climate Change Club founded by Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola, all we wanted was to plant a tree and win a prize. I didn’t win anything then, but I gained something bigger: purpose. 15 years later, I visited my alma mater and my Gmelina arborea is STILL standing tall. Proof that impacts outlives applause. I thought I wanted medicine, but God planted forestry in me and today, I’m grateful for the journey. Visionary leaders plant seeds, but time reveals their value.”
You can watch the heartwarming video capturing this reunion and reflection below.
Video: https://www.tiktok.com/@farmer.olufad/video/7578585947042843911
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