Hon. Nnaji, who had already installed 50 street lights in the University, further pledged to bring more 200 street lights to eliminate dark spots in the University.

The lawmaker equally gave N500,000 each to the overall best-graduating student of 2023/2024 graduating set, ESUT , Ikenna Chinagorom Ezenwa, and the best-graduating student in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pamela Nnamani, to encourage their outstanding academic achievements.

He made the announcements while addressing the audience during the 21st convocation ceremony of the University on Saturday.

While presenting the cash awards to the beneficiaries, the ESUT Management led by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie, thanked the lawmaker, describing his representation at the National Assembly as effective.

“In the Federal Government of Nigeria budget today, ESUT has N150,ooo,000 courtesy of Hon. Nnaji. We are discussing with him on how to access the fund for the project it is meant for. I feel so proud that upon all the people in the National Assembly from Enugu State, he is the only person that has done much more than anybody for our university. I am encouraging other lawmakers from our state to equally emulate him so that we can collectively develop our university,’ the VC said.

The Vice Chancellor stated that the street lights would complement the efforts of the University Management which had also installed 80 street lights at students’ hostels to improve security in the University.

In their separate remarks, the beneficiaries of the cash awards thanked Hon. Nnaji, stating that the gesture would inspire them to strive for excellence in their future academic endeavours.

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Two Law graduands of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, have received N1,000,000  (N4.32 Million) each for emerging Best-graduating-Students from  Faculty of Law during  the 21st Convocation Ceremony held on November 22^nd

The  award christened “Dean’s Annual Prize for Best-graduating Student,”  in the Law Faculty and sponsored by Barr. Gabriel Nwodo, a Law graduate from ESUT based in the UK, were claimed by Chinedu S. Oha, and Getrude N.Onah, respectively.

 The duo scored equal Cumulative Grade Points Average, CGPA of 4.16 each

It will be recalled that the first beneficiary,  Valeria  Udeh, when the award took effect in 2022/2023 academic session, was handed  down  $1,000  by the  Sponsor.

The Vice Chancellor of ESUT, Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie, while handing the prizes to the winners, thanked the donor, Barr. Nwodo, for promoting  research, innovation and academic excellence in the University.

He stated that the award would promote healthy academic competition among the students of the University, and equally urged the beneficiaries to deploy the funds judiciously.

One of the beneficiaries, Oha, who spoke on behalf of others, thanked the donor and the University Management for promoting conducive learning environment in the University.

He added that the prize money would enable him to process his law school fees which he said had been a source of worry to his family.

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Ahead of the 21^st Convocation Ceremony of ESUT slated to hold on Saturday, November 22, 2025, ESUT Monitor has today commenced the publication of the Best Graduating Students from Faculties.

Our first publication is from the Faculty of Physical Sciences where Juliet Omeche emerged the Best Graduating Student for the 2023/2024 academic year

Miss Omeche in this exclusive interview detailed her academic journey in the Department of Geology and Mining at ESUT, How she became the second First-Class graduate of the department since inception and the challenges within.

Excerpts

First and foremost, tell us your full name?

My name is Juliet Omeche. I’m from Udi Local Government Area in Enugu State.

You graduated from ESUT?

I graduated from the Department of Geology and Mining, from the Faculty of Physical Sciences, in the year 2024.

Why Geology and Mining?

To be honest, I applied for Medicine and Surgery. I’ve always wanted to read Medicine and Surgery. But admission was not forthcoming. I applied two times, I didn’t get Medicine and Surgery.

 So, I remember in my secondary school, I always said, if I don’t get into the medical sector, then I would also want to try the Oil and Gas industry. But Geology came trhough because, at that time, I didn’t write Mathematics in my JAMB, so I could not apply for engineering courses. And it was easier to get into Geology at the time, I applied and got the admission.

After your four-year programme, you come out as the best graduating student from your faculty. Did you plan for it?

Yes, I did. Getting into Geology and Mining in Year 1, during the orientation, the lecturers and professors mentioned that they do not or they don’t usually have First Class graduates from the department.

Since the inception of Geology, it’s was only one person who had First Class.

It was more of a challenge to me, I wanted to break that jinx so they don’t say that to the next orientation set or batch and

 I did, worked towards it, planned for it and I got it.

How did you go about your academic activities?

I wouldn’t say I am a bookworm type of person because, all through my days in the university, I never attended a night class.

My strategy was I always to attend all my classes. I never missed a class.

That way, I get to hear directly from the lecturer and get to understand what each course is about. Then after every lecture, I go back home and read to understand. The next step I do is to, tutor my coursemates, because they normally come to me for assistance and to teach them. Doing that, I get mastered to the courses and everything about them.

It was easier for me to pass my exams that way and to excel in the courses. The target was never to get a ‘B’ in my results. It was ‘A’ ahead.

 Anytime I get a ‘B’, I would go back to the lecturer to understand why I couldn’t get that particular question or why I couldn’t understand that course. After their explanations, I would go back to read to understand better. That was my strategy. I attend classes, I read to understand after every lecture, and I also tutor my other coursemates.

Also, my reading schedule was from evening till dusk. I read from 7:00pm to 12:00 Midnight.

I also prioritize my sleep as much as I prioritize my reading schedule, my my academic life. There was always a balance, I tried to balance between the two, so that one does not suffer.

In other words, you considered ‘B’ grade as a failure?

I don’t consider ‘B’ as a failure. But, to me, I have always wanted to be an ‘A’ student. Anything short of ‘A’ to me is a failure, but in general terms, I don’t consider ‘B’ a failure.

How was it like navigating the school for the four years you were in Geology and Mining?

It was quite easy. I made a lot of friends that walk around. Like I said, I wasn’t the bookworm type of a person that’s always inside reading. I moved around, I had social life. It was quite easy to navigate around ESUT, from park to, as far as the EDC complex, I was able to get there. In fact, I don’t think there is any corner of ESUT that I didn’t go past. It was really easy.

Would you Consider teaching as a career if offered?

For now, I want to actually pursue a career in the Oil and Gas industry.

And if tutoring in ESUT or maybe lecturing in any other higher institution comes, it can be a side thing, I don’t mind.

Where is Juliet Omeche currently?

I’m in Lagos, working in an oil and gas drilling firm as a Business Development Executive.

Still undergoing my National Youth Service Corps one year programme. I will be through in December

Your initial plan was to be a medical person.

Yeah, to become a medical doctor,

Now you’ve become a Geologist.

Yes.

Do your regret not being a medical doctor

I don’t regret it. I feel I’m in a better space right now.

Where will Omeje Juliet be in the next five years?

In the next five years, I see myself as a Geoscientist in one of the IOCs, that’s the International Oil Companies. I am also working towards that by taking courses in seismic interpretation and reservoir modelling. That way, I can streamline my career path into becoming a Geoscientist in the IOCs.

Which of the lecturers in your department would you miss very much? And why?

I would miss Dr. Chineye Onyeabor. Because she was more of a mentor to me. Even though she can be a handful I mean, when she wants something, she must get it. If she fixes lectures, you must be there on time. 

Most of my coursemates didn’t really like that. It really didn’t sit well with them. But I think it was more of a training. Through Dr. Onyeabor I got to understand LinkedIn and how it works. And that was towards my graduation. Because of her, I was able to explore LinkedIn. And that was how I got a job even before the end of my service year. So I’ll say I’d miss her a lot.

What did you do in LinkedIn that was able to offer you that opportunity?

I think it was my profile optimization. I positioned myself well through my profile. So the recruiters reached out to me by merely looking at my profile, and they put me up for recruitment exercise and interviews, aptitude test, and I was able to scale through.

What is your advice to students who aspire to attain your feat?

My advice to these people is one, believe in yourself. Because for me, I believed in myself that I could break that jinx. I went ahead, lecturers said there’d been no First-Class, just one, in Geology and Mining. I thought about it, and I believed that I could do it.

Secondly. I would advise that they be consistent in whatever they’re doing. There is no particular strategy to making First-Class. I would not say this is a particular way you should study or not. If you find yourself studying in whatever way you feel it’s right for you, be consistent because consistency pays at the end of the time.

Then, another advice I’ll give to them is to practice effective time management, because it helps. You don’t delay one or make one suffer. Practice effective time management, create a study schedule. And then, you make sure to rest.

Find time to network with people, have a social life. In as much as you want to be the best graduating student or a first-class graduate, have social life because it would help. And have your rest time, your sleep time, and bedtime. Make sure to rest, prioritize your rest and your study. I would also advise that they seek help when needed. If you don’t understand a particular course, or topic in a course, seek help from maybe a coursemates or the lecturer.

What is Juliet Omeche’s hobby?

My hobby is traveling. I love to travel. I like exposure, so I will select more of places I’ve not been to before. I also love to research. Right now, I have a journal.

You know, it was my project that I researched on and my lecturers and external supervisor found it interesting, and then they asked that I publish it.

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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has awarded a cash gift of N10 million to Isioma Sybil Nwosu, the best graduating student of Lagos State University for the 2023/2024 academic session.

Nwosu, a graduate of Biochemistry from the Faculty of Science, finished with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.93.

The Governor announced the gift on Thursday during LASU’s 28th Convocation Ceremony held at the Buba Marwa Auditorium, Ojo.

The convocation ceremony also saw the conferment of Honorary Doctorate Degrees and Distinguished Professorships on notable individuals, including the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Brigadier-General Mohammed Buba Marwa (retd.), and former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Otunba Olufemi Pedro.

Marwa, who once served as military administrator of Lagos State, was honoured with a Doctor of Humane Letters (Infrastructure, Security and National Development) Honoris Causa.

Pedro received a Doctor of Business (Banking, Entrepreneurship and National Development) Honoris Causa.

Represented by his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, Sanwo-Olu emphasised the importance of education to societal development.

“Education is the backbone of our society, and we must recognise its importance in addressing societal needs and human development,” he said.

He stressed that academic excellence should be held in the same regard as achievements in entertainment, fashion, or sports.

“It’s our responsibility to foster a culture that hungers for knowledge and innovation,” the Governor said.

Sanwo-Olu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to empowering students in state-owned tertiary institutions through strategic investments and infrastructure development.

“We are committed to providing more significant financial investment towards expanding infrastructure within and around, ensuring the safety and welfare of the staff and students of the University,” he said.

The Governor also pointed to the themes and agenda, noting that education is a key priority for his government. He highlighted programmes such as the Job Initiative Lagos, which is designed to enhance the employability of final-year students.

“These efforts demonstrate our commitment to improving the welfare of staff and students of this University, providing opportunities for educational advancement to indigenes and residents of our dear Lagos State,” he added.

Vice-Chancellor of LASU, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, commended the state government for its continuous support, describing it as “truly exceptional.”

She disclosed that 43 out of the 44 courses offered by the university were accredited during the October–November 2023 accreditation exercise.

She also noted that the Africa Centre of Excellence for Innovative and Transformative STEM Education had commenced new postgraduate programmes, which for the first time included international students.

In his address, the Chancellor of LASU, Prof. Gbolahan Elias (SAN), encouraged the graduating students to be good ambassadors of the university.

“You are not only representing yourselves but also your families, your university, and your state,” he said, urging them to remain innovative and focused in their pursuit of success.

A total of 11,917 students graduated from LASU during the ceremony. This included 971 Diploma holders, 8,711 first-degree graduates, 2,235 Postgraduate students, 302 Postgraduate Diplomas, 1,132 Academic Masters, 639 Professional Masters, 125 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD.) recipients, and 37 holders of Professional Doctoral Degrees.

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Our Day four of the unveiling of the Best Graduating Student (BGS) from each department in ESUT today features Mr Agboeze Henry Okechukwu of the Department of Industrial Chemistry.

An indegene of Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State, Mr Agboeze Henry Okechukwu emerged the BGS of his department with Final Cumulative Grade Point Average FCGPA of 4.460, thus earning him 2nd Class Honours (Upper Division) Degree.

Mr Agboeze is currently undergoing his mandatory National Youth Service Corps programme in Delta State, South-South Nigeria.

An honest man with strong loathe for dishonesty, the Industrial Chemistry BGS reckoned that his years in ESUT were formative as they equipped him with the requisite knowledge to face his future.

He dedicated his achievement to his family and the wonderful lecturers in his department.

“My years at ESUT was incredible, I’ve grown academically, socially and personally. I’ve learned to balance responsibilities, take calculated risks, and pursue opportunities. I’m excited for the years and beyond.

“Coming out as the best graduating student in industrial chemistry department is a great feat to me. Of course this feat wouldn’t have been possible without the support of my beloved family and the good lecturers in my department,. This success is for them,” he said.

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In our Day 3 of unveiling of Best Graduating Student (BGS) in ESUT, today we present the BGS of Department Mechanical and Production Engineering, MPE, Engr Okoli Ebuka Francis.

A native of Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra State, Engr Okolie emerged not just the BGS in MPE but also the Overall Best Graduating Student in the Faculty of Engineering with FCGPA of 4.61.

Engr Okoli’s quest to become a mechanical Engineer was nurtured early enough due to the fact that his father was a renowned business merchant in machine spare parts in Nnewi

It was not surprising that he desired to become a Mechanical Engineer and he did that with absolute hardwork and commitment, setting standards for his mates and peers.

As the 2022/2023 Best Graduating Student both in his department and faculty, Engr Okoli told ESUT Monitor that the journey was very challenging so much that at a point he contemplated quitting.

Currently serving his father’s land in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Lagos, Engr Okoli said that emerging the BGS of his department and faculty is a standard he has set for himself and siblings, being the first child in the family.

“I will say my student years experience for sure that my five years in ESUT was definitely worth it. From the beautiful friends I made to the lectures I attended, the difficult period where I felt like giving up. But I just have to keep pushing through prayer and advice of my friend. Every of these moments were worth it. I really do thank God always.

“The feat really means a lot to me. Considering that I am the first child , I have set a good standard for my siblings. Now, to myself, I really did made myself and family proud. I thank God for this moment.,” he said.

Recently, as the BGS of Faculty of Engineering, Engr Okoli represented the University at the 2024 Engineering CODET ABUJA as best graduate from faculty of Engineering ESUT

Perhaps wishing to be the Aruna Quadri of Africa someday as he has flair for table tennis and learning new things including teaching, his key aspiration now is to venture into Automobile Engineering in his future studies once there is availability of fund.

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Ahead of the 20th ESUT ‘s Convocation Ceremony which holds on Saturday, November 23, 2024, Our Day Two unveiling of Best Graduating Student series from departments features Miss Alieze Ogechi Augustina of Banking and Finance, Faculty of Management Sciences.

Born in Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Miss Alieze graduated from the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT during the 2022/2023 session where she horned her intellect, personality and world view.

She distinguished herself in her Department as she emerged the Best Graduating Student (BGS) among her set with Final Cumulative Grade Point Average of 4.47.

Calm, calculated and committed, Miss Alieze is currently undergoing her mandatory National Youth Service Corps NYSC programme in Abuja, Nigeria’s Seat of power.

She has flair for reading, is creative, loves learning and is also adventurous. She is one that can initiate and hold conversations.

Her turnoffs include laziness, bad attitude, dishonestly and procrastination. She aspires to be the best in her professional and create global impact in the banking sector.

She talked about what the BGS feat meant to her describing it as a reward for hardwork and a stepping stone to future sauces.

“Being the best graduating student is a testament to my hard work, dedication, and perseverance. It’s the culmination of my efforts and the realization of my goals, it’s a stepping stone to future success, a milestone in my academic journey and it also reminds me that my sacrifices and effort have paid off.

She shared her four years experience in ESUT with ESUT Monitor describing it as a mixed feeling of evolving realities of life particularly as a result of the high target she set for herself from day one

“Throughout my tertiary education, I had a mixed experience. While it was cool and fine in many aspects, I also faced significant stress due to my high expectations for myself. I have always been self-motivated and relied on my faith to drive me forward.

“Making friends and navigating diverse personalities was a challenge, but I embraced the opportunities to learn and grow. As a high achiever, I strived to excel in my department, which required dedication and perseverance. Despite the obstacles, I remained committed to creating a positive and enriching experience for myself during my time in in ESUT,” she said.

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Ahead of the 20th Convocation Ceremony of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, scheduled to hold on Saturday, November 23, 2024, ESUT Monitor Newspaper begins daily publication of the Best Graduating Student of each Department and Faculty

The aim of this series is to Promote ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE and celebrate the students who distinguished themselves.

Today we take-off from Mass Communication because charity they say, begins at home.

Born over two decades ago, Miss Eze Ginikachukwu Vivian hails from Nkanụ West Local Government Area of Enugu State.

Inspiring to become a media guru and a global communicator, Miss Eze’s aspiration to study Mass Communication was manifested after she gained admission into ESUT in 2019/2020 Academic Session.

Primed to achieve excellence, she went about her academic with keen interest and limited distractions. Although she.combined her social life and academic schedule effectively, he religious propensity was also high.

Her hardwork paid off ahead of her graduation as she was employed as a presenter with Energy FM, Enugu a position she discharged creditably.

Among over a hundred students of her set, Eze Ginikachukwu Vivian came out first with a CGPA of 4.07. A feat for her and a standard for her classmates.

Currently undergoing her mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Abuja, Miss Ézè explained to us what the achievement meant for her

“From Childhood, I have always desired to study Mass Communication and doing that in ESUT was a privilege. I worked hard each day and I am grateful to my parents and lecturers for their support. Of course, it was a tedious journey but I perseved.

“I have a passion for reading books, watching movies, and exploring new topics, as I believe in constantly enriching my understanding and broadening my horizons,” she said.

Decent, humble and dedicated, Miss Eze has serious aversion “to actions that compromise integrity or disregard the well-being of others. Respect, fairness, and honesty are values I hold in high regard. I believe that doing the right thing should always come first, no matter the circumstances.”

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The 2022/2023 Pharmaceutical Sciences Best Graduating Student in ESUT, Osita Tracy Ezinne has received four accolades for her sterling performance

The 24-year-old Pharmacist came first among 6 students who had distinction as Overall Best Graduating Student with a CGPA of 4.88.

Pharmacist Osita delivered her speech during the Induction/Oath Taking Ceremony of the Pharmaceutical graduates on August 29, 2024 at the Prof Julius Onah Auditorium, ESUT, Agbani.

She has thus far received awards as the Best Student in several departments, including the Department of Pharmacognosy, the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, the Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Biopharmaceutics, as well as the Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology.

This accomplishment serves as a testament to her years of hard work, dedication, perseverance, and commitment.

Pharmacist Osita who aspires to further her studies after her internship and National Youth Service, advised undergraduates to always aspire for their drams and tae their studies very seriously. 

“My name is Osita Tracy Ezinne, I’m a Pharmacist and I graduated from Enugu State University of Science and Technology. I hail from Ugwuleru in Umu-nneochi LGA, Abia State but resides in Lagos State.

“I am honoured to share that I achieved the distinction of being the Overall Best Graduating Student in my cohort, with a CGPA of 4.88. Furthermore, I received accolades as the Best Student in several departments, including the Department of Pharmacognosy, the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, the Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Biopharmaceutics, as well as the Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology. This accomplishment serves as a testament to my years of hard work, dedication, perseverance, and commitment.

“I take great pride in my role as a Pharmacist. I am filled with enthusiasm for the remarkable journey that lies ahead, prepared to assist humanity, one prescription at a time. I recognize that this path will be lengthy, yet I remain deeply grateful to all those who have contributed to making this dream a reality—my family, friends, mentors, supervisors, and partners. This achievement is a collective victory for us all. I appreciate your support throughout my journey.

“God was and is still my pillar. I just kept God first and also studied. I did not really have a particular study pattern, I just did what worked for me per time. Sometimes it was night study, sometimes it was afternoon study. But one thing I ensured I did was never missing lectures unless on days it couldn’t be helped because by God’s grace I grab things fast,” she told ESUT Monitor in an exclusive interview.

She appealed for help to enable her get a good place for her internship

“Right now, I’m preparing to start my one-year internship program. I’ve not found a place yet, and I’ll be so glad if I could receive help in getting a good hospital to run my program. But right after my internship program, Service and then, I’ll prepare to further my studies….God willing.”

When asked if she would return to ESUT for her Masters, Miss Osita said “Oh no, I plan on furthering outside the Country.”

It remains to be seen if Pharmacist Osita Tracy Ezinne would emerge the overall Best Graduating Student of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology for the 2023/2024 academic year when the convocation holds on November 23, 2024.

Below are the different awards she received so far

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By Amaechi Agbo

Miss Jacinta Chioma Ogbonna from Enugu State, has emerged the Best Graduating Student of the University of Abuja, UofA

A graduate of Civil Engineering, Miss Ogbnonna who hails from Ugbaike In Enugu Ezike, had a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.75/5.0, was rewarded with one million naira for her outstanding performance.

She also emerged the over all best graduating student of the Faculty of Engineering.

Young Engineer Ogbonna who said she had always aspired to be a cocreator, attributed her success in the course regarded as “male course” to hardwork and prayer.

“I have always been passionate about structures, I wanted to be a cocreator, so engineering came naturally to me. Then, I knew that I had to show why I was in a field traditionally dominated by men. I put in my best, worked very hard and prayed. I am excited that in the end, I have a good story to tell,” she stated.

Engineer Jacinta Chioma Ogbonna was announced as the Best Graduating Student during the University’s 28th Convocation Ceremony held on February 17, 2024

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