By : Sankofaonline News Desk | December 7 2025.
At the just‑ended first ever Homecoming of Nafricans, one moment rose above the celebrations: the official handover of a two‑bedroom self‑contained apartment to Zion College by the Class of 1974.
The project, designed to house the Boys’ Housemaster, was more than an infrastructure gift. It was a gesture of gratitude, memory, and enduring commitment to the institution that shaped generations. Until now, the Housemaster had been residing within the boys’ dormitory. With this new accommodation, he will enjoy a more dignified and convenient space, enabling him to better supervise, guide, and support the students under his care.
The Class of 1974 has long been one of the most active alumni groups of Zion College. For decades, they met regularly, often at the GBC Club House, contributing the largest numbers to ZICO Old Students Association gatherings. Their conversations frequently turned to how they might give back to the school that had bound them together as brothers and sisters.
In 2006, they drafted a strategic plan for ZICO’s transformation, spanning nearly a decade. Though not all ambitions materialized, the group made notable contributions: purchasing books and WAEC past questions for the library, planting mango trees to green the compound, and donating a pavement block machine to improve the school’s walkways.
Three years ago, as they approached the 50th anniversary of their graduation, the group resolved to leave behind a lasting legacy. Despite most members being retired and above 65 years of age, they committed to building a modest but meaningful bungalow for the Boys’ Housemaster. Approval was granted in May 2022, and the dream became reality.
The handing over ceremony was graced by Togbi Tagbor III, representing the Awoamefia, Togbe Sri III. The presence of traditional authority underscored the cultural weight of the gesture.
Headmistress , Ms. Nutifafa Abla Kwawukume expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Class of 1974, urging other year groups to emulate their noble idea . “This is more than a building; it is a symbol of love, gratitude, and vision for the future,” she said.
Members of the Class of 1974 acknowledged that they wished they had begun such projects earlier in life, when resources and numbers were stronger. They pointed to the bathhouse constructed by their immediate seniors, the Class of 1973, as another example of alumni sacrifice late in life. Their hope is that younger generations of Nafricans will learn from this experience, committing to legacy projects earlier, and building even more imposing structures for the benefit of the school.
The structure stands today not only as a home for a Housemaster but as a monument to the enduring spirit of Zion College. It is a reminder that alumni bonds are not severed by time; they are strengthened by shared memory, gratitude, and the desire to see future generations thrive.
As the Nafricans Homecoming builds momentum toward Zion College’s 90th Anniversary in 2027, the Class of 1974 has set a powerful precedent: that true homecoming is not only about returning, but about giving back.
Pictures and Video : Credit – Gameli Attipoe
