By Mokwugwo Ogochukwu
The Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening academic and research collaboration with Nwafor Orizu College of Education (NOCEN), Nsugbe.
A delegation from the Faculty, led by the Dean, Prof. Ugochukwu Okonkwo, paid a courtesy visit to the Provost, Prof. Victor Ifeanyi Obiora Ndirika, on Wednesday, June 3, to formally congratulate him on his appointment and discuss opportunities for strategic collaboration in the areas of research, innovation, academic advancement, and technological development.
Prof. Okonkwo congratulated Prof. Ndirika on his appointment as Provost, expressing confidence in his ability to reposition the college for enhanced academic excellence. He described the Provost as a visionary leader whose contributions to the Faculty of Engineering remain a source of inspiration to colleagues. He noted that sustained partnership between both institutions would create opportunities for impactful research, innovation, and capacity building.
Former Dean of the Faculty, Prof. J.T. Nwabanne, also commended the Provost’s inclusive leadership style, noting that it promoted peace, unity, and productivity during his tenure at UNIZIK.
Responding, Prof. Ndirika thanked his former colleagues for the gesture, describing it as a testament to the enduring professional relationships built over the years. He reiterated his commitment to strategic partnerships that would drive mutual growth.
The Provost emphasized the role of collaborative research, entrepreneurship, innovation, and knowledge exchange in addressing contemporary educational and technological challenges. He assured the delegation of NOCEN’s readiness to work closely with the Faculty of Engineering on initiatives that would benefit both institutions and contribute to national development.
In his vote of thanks, the Acting College Bursar, Mr. Toney Anieboh, expressed appreciation for the visit and optimism that the partnership would yield significant results in research and educational development.
In attendance were Prof. Chris Okafor, Dr. Tochukwu Onyeyili, Dr. Ikenna Ubah, Engr. John Maduegbuna, and Dr. Chike Nwachukwu, Head of Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering. Both institutions thereafter reaffirmed their resolve to consolidate their partnership and pursue joint initiatives geared toward promoting academic excellence and sustainable institutional growth.
Mokwugwo is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State
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