By Sebastine Okafor

The Vice Chancellor of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Prof Aloysius Michaels Okolie, has been commended for his exceptional contributions to the advancement of the institution.

The Dean, Faculty of Management Sciences (FMS) at ESUT, Professor Chioma Oleka, made this commendation through a congratulatory message sent to newsmen on Saturday to commemorate the Vice-Chancellor’s 2 years in Office.

The first female dean in the FMS noted that Prof Okolie’s two years in office has brought about disruptive transformation in the university, thus highlighting his dedication to promoting academic growth among lecturers, students, and staff.

She posited that the VC’s strategic vision has propelled the university to new heights as ESUT has seen significant developments, including initiatives to foster innovation, drive growth, and cultivate a supportive environment for all members of the academic community.

Prof Oleka also expressed gratitude for Prof Okolie’s mentorship and guidance, noting their positive impact on faculty members’ professional development and achievements.

Highlighting the university’s achievements during Prof Okolie’s tenure, Prof Oleka mentioned the increase in the number of lecturers appointed to collaborate with the state government, a testament to the institution’s commitment to excellence.

In her statement, Prof Oleka extended heartfelt appreciation to Prof Okolie for his exemplary leadership and dedication to service, expressing high hopes for the university’s continued progress under his guidance.

“Since you assumed office 2 years ago, your dedication to fostering innovation, driving growth, and cultivating a supportive environment for your staff, especially lecturers, has been truly outstanding.

”You came and embarked on career transformation for us and through this strategic vision and your unalloyed commitment to see its success, it propelled so many of us to new heights. Thereby inspiring us all to strive for excellence and embrace challenges with enthusiasm that corresponds with international standard and best practice.

“Your ability to navigate complex landscapes like compulsory inaugural lectures for professors, compulsory membership of Professional Bodies as well as other informed decisions has been instrumental in our success stories. Hence, ESUT is fast becoming a renowned citadel of knowledge across the continent,” part of the statement reads

Prof Oleka who is currently in an official assignment in the Northern part of the country, said the Vice-Chancellor’s stewardship in two years has transformed the university and called for sustenance.

“Your passion for our great institution to prosper and your tireless efforts to intellectually empower the academic staff through advice, push, rebuke, guidance and prayers have made so many of us better and some best. This development had moved ESUT to an enviable height which cannot go unnoticed.

“ESUT is the tertiary institution that has more lecturers appointed by our amiable Governor to work with him and this can also be attributed to your quest for impartation of excellence in us.

“Your 2-years in office has transformed the University and we are of high hope of getting more better in years to come under your leadership.”

Professor Aloysius-Michaels Nnabugwu Okolie was appointed ESUT Vice-Chancellor by the then Governor of Enugu State, Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi on April 4, 2022.