President of the CIC Alumni International and the Chairman of the '94 set reunion, Hon. Sam Ogbu Nwobodo, has urged alumni of the College of the Immaculate Conception (CIC), Enugu, to intensify their commitment to sustaining the transformative legacy of the institution, warning that “every year has a terminal date, and our legacy must not end with us.”
Speaking at the Semper Fidelis Class of 1994 30th Anniversary Reunion Summit held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Andover Hotel, Enugu, Nwobodo described the theme of the summit as one that “deeply resonates” with the personal and collective experiences of CIC alumni across generations.
The well-attended gathering brought together Reverend Fathers, former teachers, distinguished alumni, and invited dignitaries, filling the hall with nostalgia, lively reflections, and renewed dedication to upholding the heritage of one of Nigeria’s most influential academic traditions.
Nwobodo, who delivered his remarks to a cheering audience, emphasized that their shared identity as CIC products was anchored not merely in the school’s name but in a “transformative legacy that has shaped thousands of lives across professions and continents.”
He said: “The topic of this summit deeply resonates — not just with our collective journey, but with who we are, not merely what we have done. Gathering here today, we represent a powerful network of individuals shaped by our alma mater. Though our experiences differ, they share a common thread: the transformative legacy of CIC.”
Highlighting the critical role of alumni associations in national development, he stressed that CIC alumni have a responsibility to extend this legacy beyond ceremonial gatherings.
“Alumni associations have a vital role in shaping the future of our nation. By engaging with our alma mater, we can provide financial support at the state, national, and global levels. We can mentor our mates and guide the younger generation. We can pool resources for infrastructural development,” he said.
Nwobodo celebrated the gains recorded so far, including the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Initiative, which the alumni body recently launched as part of efforts to prepare the next generation of CIC students for global opportunities. He noted that the official rollout of the STEM programme is scheduled for next year, describing it as “a major milestone in CIC’s evolution.”
However, he warned that sustaining such achievements requires deliberate effort, commitment, and unity. “Every year has a terminal date,” he said. “While we celebrate our progress, we must continue to pull our resources and put in the needed effort so that the legacy we inherited does not go with us.”
He also acknowledged challenges confronting alumni bodies across Nigeria, including limited funding, low participation, and poor engagement, urging members to recognise their collective strength and reposition the association for greater national impact.
The Semper Fidelis ’94 set reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the school through mentorship programmes, welfare initiatives, infrastructure interventions, and strategic partnerships targeted at strengthening academic excellence.
