Join fellow Great Ife alumni for a historic gathering in the heart of Chicago. A weekend of reconnection, celebration, and the unforgettable spirit of Obafemi Awolowo University.
Chicago Marriott Oak Brook
1401 West 22 nd St., Oak Brook, IL 60523
09/04/2026 – 09/06/2026
This isn’t just another reunion. It’s a celebration of memories, milestones, and the unbreakable bond of Great Ife. In Chicago 2026, you’ll experience:
Where Vision Meets Precision
“Some sponsorships are transactions, this one is a homecoming.”
Chief Andy Lucky Elerewe, founder and Chairman of AIBEN Group Nigeria Limited, began his academic journey at Obafemi Awolowo University. He went on to earn an MBA from the University of Chichester, UK, graduating top of his class, and has since built AIBEN into one of Nigeria’s most ambitious real estate and construction groups.
AIBEN Properties develops across four arms: real estate development, construction, hospitality and consultancy. Its portfolio spans Abuja’s fastest-growing corridors, AIBEN Residences, AIBEN Towers, Victory Park, Biltmore Garden City and more, anchored by the HUTU Abuja City Ecosystem, which includes Africa’s first integrated polo golf resort estate and a 150-hectare eco-planned Green City along the Airport Road corridor.
But the detail that belongs in this programme is a different one. Chief Andy is a committed champion of youth development, running initiatives that give young people access to education, mentorship and career advancement. That instinct, lift the next set coming behind you, is the same instinct that fills this hall today.
On behalf of every Great Ife alumnus here: thank you, AIBEN Properties.
Alumni: $275
Alumni Spouse: $250
Non-Alumni Spouse: $250
Banquet Guest: $125
Alumni: $300
Alumni Spouse: $275
Non-Alumni Spouse: $275
Banquet Guest: $125
Alumni: $325
Alumni Spouse: $300
Non-Alumni Spouse: $300
Banquet Guest: $125
We'd start with registration do a variety night where members of Great Ife Alumni will get to experience the life and culture in Illinois as a family
On Day 2, we'd kick off with a plenary session in the morning, take some time off after that then resume at our gala where we'll be gathering to honor every single member who have gone out of their way to make the organization keep standing
On Day 3, the final day of the reunion, we'd be having our thanksgiving session early to thank God for his mercies and protection of all the members during the time of the reunion and we'd be having a round tour of the city before we say our goodbyes.
We know you’ve a lot of questions, we’ve got the answers. Here’s everything you need to know before packing your bags for Chicago.
All alumni of Obafemi Awolowo University (Great Ife) are invited, along with their families and guests. Whether you graduated decades ago or just recently, you’re part of this global celebration.
Registration will be available right here on this page. Click the “Reserve a Ticket” button in the hero section, or scroll down and fill out your details, in the form below and continue to make payment for your ticket and you’ll receive a confirmation email.
We welcome sponsors and partners who want to give back and make this reunion unforgettable. Go through our available sponsorship packages added on this page, or contact the planning committee at greatifeillinois1@gmail.com to learn about sponsorship packages.