Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie Makes History as 6th Substantive Rector of Federal Polytechnic Oko

In a significant development for the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie has been sworn in as the institution's 6th substantive Rector. The ceremony, which took place on Tuesday, February 11th, 2025, marked the beginning of a new era for the polytechnic.

In her inaugural address, Dr. Awuzie outlined her vision for the institution, prioritizing anti-cultism, staff welfare, and academic excellence. She emphasized that cultism and its associated vices would have no place in the institution, and her administration would strengthen anti-cult measures by partnering with law enforcement agencies and community stakeholders.

Dr. Awuzie also assured staff that their welfare, training, and professional development would be top priorities. "We will foster an environment of inclusiveness, respect, and productivity, ensuring that every staff member finds fulfillment in his role," she said.

The new Rector's guiding principles for the next five years include human Resource Development, which will be to enhance staff welfare, including timely promotions, improved working conditions, and comprehensive welfare packages, Academic Reinvention and Programme Development, aimed at pursuing the boundaries of knowledge, innovation, and technological development.

She also emphasized about discipline, a situation that will ensure a safe, secure, and peaceful campus,whileFinancial transparency will be the Hallmark of her administration aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in the institution's financial dealings.

In all, she did not leave the aspect of security, which she said would be to strengthen the institution's security narratives, aimed to protect staff and students in the Institution.

Dr. Awuzie thanked President Bola Tinubu, the polytechnic's governing council, and the Hon. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, for their support and trust in her abilities.

With her wealth of experience and expertise in science and sustainability, Dr. Awuzie is poised to lead the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, to greater heights. Her appointment marks the beginning of a transformative era for the institution, and stakeholders, dignitaries, and well-wishers have expressed their support and prayers for her successful tenure.

Tinubu Appoints Chioma Awuzie Substantive Rector, Fed Poly Oko

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie as the substantive Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State. Dr. Awuzie's appointment, which takes effect immediately for a five-year term, follows the recommendation of the Polytechnic's Governing Council, chaired by Sen. Dr. Barnabas Gemade, after a transparent and competitive selection process where she emerged as the leading candidate. Prior to her appointment, Awuzie, who holds a Doctorate Degree in Physical and Materials Chemistry, was a distinguished Chief Lecturer in the Department of Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry Option) and also Director in-charge of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Projects in the Polytechnic. Under her stewardship, Federal Polytechnic, Oko, witnessed unprecedented advancements in infrastructure and institutional transformation. Her leadership facilitated monumental developments across the Polytechnic’s campuses in Oko, ...

#Watchvideo : SECURITY FORCES BURST THE CAMP OF UNKNOWN GUNMEN IN AKOKWA

Security Forces in the state through a coordinated intelligence report has bursted the camp of the unknown gunmen at Akokwa, Arondizuogu after a long gun duel which resulted to the death of some of the criminals and others arrested. These criminal elements have been known to be behind several attacks in the state such as the killing of police men in Mbaise, Aba Branch in Ehime Mbano, burning down of police stations, attack and attempted kidnapping of former Governor Ikedi Ohakim, abduction of Miss. P.P. Johnson, a female soldier in Okigwe and recently the attack in Akokwa that left many dead. It is obvious that these daredevil gunmen have been perpetuating their evil plans unabated until yesterday when their camp was bursted by security agencies. This is another assurance that our security operatives are leaving no stone unturned in the fight against banditry and other related activities. While it has become obvious that the activities of these non state actors are politically motivate...

Tension In Uruagu Nnewi As Community Leaders Dare Soludo,Defy Court Order

The President of Uruagu-Nnewi Development Union, Chief Sunday Okoli aka Organizer, and the Obi of Uruagu-Nnewi community in Nnewi North local government area of Anambra State, His Majesty Afamefuna Charles Obi, have swept Soludo's directive to the gutters, by reason of their suspension and subsequent dessolution of the leadership of the community's youth forum, led by Ejike Ifejiofor, and subsequent appointment of caretaker executive to pilot the affairs of youths in the community. The Anambra governor had, through a letter dated August 9, 2024, signed by the Permanent Secretary, Anambra State Ministry of Youth Development, Dr. Martin Agbili, warned the community leaders to stay any action regarding suspension of the Uruagu-Nnewi youth forum. The community had, through its PG, Chief Okoli, written to the Ministry of Youths Development, notifying the ministry of "immediate suspension" of the youth group over alleged insecurity in the area. But the ministry,...

NIGERIAN NOTCH

Search This Blog