By Sankofaonline News Desk
As the calendar turns to December, anticipation builds across generations of Nafricans. Tomorrow marks the beginning of Homecoming 2025, a four‑day celebration designed not only to rekindle memories but also to chart a bold course toward the 90th Anniversary of their beloved alma mater.
This year’s theme, “Back to Our Roots, Inspiring the Future,” captures the essence of the gathering: a return to shared heritage, a recommitment to progress, and a collective vision for growth.
A Call to Unity and Involvement
Organizers have issued a heartfelt appeal: no sideline critics, no spectators. Every voice, every idea, and every resource matters. The Homecoming is not simply a reunion, it is a movement to strengthen bonds, elevate academic standards, and ensure that ZICO remains a beacon of excellence.
Already, year groups have begun to demonstrate their commitment through financial contributions:
Year Group Contribution (GHS)
| Year | Contribution (GHS) |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 2,000 |
| 1982 | 5,000 |
| 1984 | 2,000 |
| 1986 | 2,500 |
| 1987 | 2,500 |
| 1988 | 1,500 |
| 1990 | 2,530 |
| 1992 | 1,000 |
| 1993 | 1,000 |
| 1994 | 1,000 |
| 2007 | 2,000 |
| Gen Alpha NAFRICANS | 2,000 |
These early gifts set the tone, but organizers emphasize the need for broader participation from all year groups.
Storytelling Across Generations
The Homecoming opens on Thursday, December 4, 2025, with a deeply personal program: “How I Discovered Myself from Here.” Old students will share campus experiences, reflecting on how ZICO shaped their identities and futures. Preceding this is “How I Got Here,” a segment tracing the journeys that led them to ZICO.
This storytelling initiative is designed to bridge generational divides, offering current students invaluable lessons in perseverance, resilience, and self‑discovery. It promises to be a night of nostalgia, inspiration, and communal wisdom sharing.
During the grand celebrations, the Zion College School Band will ignite the atmosphere with vibrant cultural showcases and soul-stirring musical interludes, weaving tradition and rhythm into an unforgettable symphony of heritage and joy.
Highlights of the Program:
Thursday, December 4
- Arrival of guests
- Welcome: Assembly Hall
- Storytelling: How I Discovered Myself from Here
Friday, December 5
- Academic Vision Meeting: ZICO staff and Nafricans Academic Committee
- Student body engagement session
- Career Guidance Counseling led by Dr. Samuel Gayi (1973), featuring distinguished speakers in law, STEM, communication, planning, security, and finance
- Candlelight procession from ZICO to Anloga town
- Alumni dinner, drumming, and dancing on campus
Saturday, December 6
- EduFair
- Grand Durbar: patriotic songs, school anthems, addresses by the Headmistress, Global President of the Old Students’ Association, Prof. Anthony Mawuli Sallar;Special Guest Speaker Togbi (Prof.) Tagbor III; and Guest of Honour, Honourable Regional Minister James Gunu
- Motivational speeches by Dr. Amos Rutherford Azinu.
- Cultural displays by the school troupe
- Legacy project handover by the 1974 year group
- Alumni lunch and year group meetings
Sunday, December 7
- Thanksgiving service officiated by Rev. Emmanuel Amegbor
- Musical interlude by the ZICO School Band
A Celebration with Purpose
Beyond the festivities, Homecoming 2025 is a clarion call to action. It is about rekindling pride, strengthening networks, and mobilizing resources to secure ZICO’s future. The program blends reflection with forward‑looking strategy, ensuring that the legacy of excellence is not only preserved but expanded.
As the organizers remind us: “Your presence and inputs are crucial in shaping an unforgettable experience. Let us unite, engage, and make it happen.”
Closing Note
The Sankofaonline News Desk joins the chorus of voices urging all Nafricans to rise to the occasion. This is more than a celebration, it is a covenant with the alumni and the future.
Nafricans, Arise and Shine Now!
Come one, come all.
