Former students called upon to back Igbobi College's financial foundation

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The National President of the Igbobi College Old Boys Association, Mr Yomi Badejo-Okusanya, has urged alumni to prioritise legacy-building and collective development, calling on members to support the association’s N10 billion endowment initiative.

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He made the call at the 2026 ICOBA 90s Decade Reunion themed “Reconnecting and Strengthening the ICOBA 90s Decade,” where stakeholders emphasised unity, relevance, and long-term impact.

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Speaking in a statement on Sunday, signed by ICOBA, he said, “It’s a huge pleasure to be here. Everywhere you go, you are carrying a torch. The question you must always ask yourself is whether you are representing the values of the college in your decisions and actions.”

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Badejo-Okusanya stressed that alumni engagement must go beyond social interaction.

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“We are here to make a difference and impact lives. The greatest sign of a noble individual is the ability to give and to create a future that others will benefit from.

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“What are you building that you may never see, but generations after you will benefit from?” he asked.

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Badejo-Okusanya noted that the association is targeting N10bn in funds and plans to take the campaign to the diaspora.

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“If you put your money in the endowment, it is forever. Your name will be part of the legacy.

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“We are building not just for ourselves, but for the future; we are targeting N10bn,” he added.

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The president disclosed that ICOBA had secured over N1bn in cash and pledges towards its endowment fund, with Chapel Hill Denham engaged as fund managers.

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“We have agreed with Chapel Hill Denham as fund managers, and they are also putting in a significant sum into the endowment fund,” he said.

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He added that a global digital platform had been developed to enable seamless contributions from alumni worldwide.

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“This is not just a project for today; it is for generations to come. The same way we are benefiting from what others built, we must also build for those coming after us,” he said.

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Also speaking, an alumnus, Mr Sheriff Adekoya, said, “Are you driving alone, or are you pulling a brother along?

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“The only shame is going through life’s struggles alone when you are surrounded by people who can help.”

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Adekoya also underscored the value of alumni networks. “What we have here is trust forged over years—something most professionals spend their entire careers trying to build. But the question is: are we being purposeful with this network?”

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Similarly, the 1990s Decade Representative, Arigbabu Oladele, said the reunion was designed to address disconnection among members.

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The event drew participants from across the 1991–1999 sets, reflecting members’ renewed commitment to strengthening ties and contributing to the future of Igbobi College.

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