By Obianuju Azukaego
The Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, Prof. Bond Anyaehie, has reaffirmed the university’s commitment to supporting the Department of Urban and Regional Planning in its quest to secure full professional accreditation.
Prof. Anyaehie gave the assurance on August 5 while receiving a delegation from the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP), Anambra State Chapter, during a courtesy visit to his office.
Introducing the delegation, Prof. Chinedu Okoye highlighted the Institute’s ongoing activities to commemorate its 60th anniversary.
The delegation was led by the Chairman of the 60th Anniversary Planning Committee, Dr J.O.J. Ulasi, and the outgoing Head of the Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Dr Alom Anselm Chukwuma.
Speaking on behalf of the Institute, Dr Ulasi reaffirmed the NITP Anambra State Chapter’s commitment to supporting the Department of Urban and Regional Planning, particularly in its pursuit of full professional accreditation.
In his response, Prof. Anyaehie commended the Institute for its sustained contributions to the growth and development of the town planning profession and pledged the University’s full support towards achieving the department’s accreditation goal.
He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening the Department of Urban and Regional Planning and deepening collaboration between UNIZIK and the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners.
In his remarks, Dr Chukwuma expressed confidence in the Vice-Chancellor’s commitment, noting that Prof. Anyaehie has consistently fulfilled his promises in previous engagements.
He further assured the delegation of the department’s continued dedication to producing highly skilled graduates who will contribute meaningfully to the advancement of the town planning profession.
Obianuju Azukaego is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
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