ESUT VC Archives - ESUT Monitor https://esutmonitor.com/tag/esut-vc/ Department of Mass Communication Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:41:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 226275073 “Why We Haven’t Unbundled Mass Communication Dept. into a Faculty in ESUT” – VC https://esutmonitor.com/2026/04/10/why-we-havent-unbundled-mass-communication-dept-into-a-faculty-in-esut-vc/ https://esutmonitor.com/2026/04/10/why-we-havent-unbundled-mass-communication-dept-into-a-faculty-in-esut-vc/#respond Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:40:51 +0000 https://esutmonitor.com/?p=4822 By Onyekachukwu Agu and Amaka Okoli As staff and students of the Department of Mass Communication, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) continue to yearn for the unbundling of the department into a faculty, the Vice- Chancellor of...

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By Onyekachukwu Agu and Amaka Okoli

As staff and students of the Department of Mass Communication, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) continue to yearn for the unbundling of the department into a faculty, the Vice- Chancellor of the university, Prof Aloysius-Michaels Okolie has offered explanation on why the management is yet to implement the approval for the unbundling

Speaking in an exclusive interview with ESUT Monitor, the VC said apart from Mass Communication, the Department of Architecture also got approval for unbundling but regretted that the management is limited by funding to embark on the projects.

While describing Mass Communication as a pivotal department with potential to excel as a faculty with six departments, the VC said the funding for takeoff is critical because apart from providing the infrastructure, manpower will also be needed to management the faculty

“Mass Communication got their approval for unbundling about six years ago. It should have multiple departments within the Faculty of Mass Communication, about six, if I’m right, between four to six. Their own was the earliest approval. We have the intention to unbundle but we don’t have the financial capacity to embark on it now. We have not done the unbundling because inadequate funding.  

“Mass Communication has the potential to flourish as a faculty with six departments but the funding for takeoff is enormous. Both infrastructure and staffing are key components that must be factored in and right now, we don’t have them. But we are losing sleep over it,” the VC told ESUT Monitor

He noted that the management is keen in expanding the university adding that “Architecture is begging us for a faculty, and it has been approved by the regulatory body that it should be a distinct faculty instead of a department. It should be a faculty with about six departments.  We are looking into all these but the issue is that when you try to solve one problem, several other problems will spring up. However, we are not deterred. If we have the right resources today, we will unbundle Mass Communication and Architectures without delay.”

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My First Interview with ESUT VC: From Apprehension to Excitement, Memory to Treasure https://esutmonitor.com/2026/04/05/my-first-interview-with-esut-vc-from-apprehension-to-excitement-memory-to-treasure/ https://esutmonitor.com/2026/04/05/my-first-interview-with-esut-vc-from-apprehension-to-excitement-memory-to-treasure/#respond Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:53:02 +0000 https://esutmonitor.com/?p=4808 By Okoli Amaka ESUT VC with Amaka Okoli What began as a routine academic engagement quickly transformed into a remarkable and exciting experience as my first visit to the Vice-Chancellor’s office turned into an atmosphere filled with warmth interaction and...

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By Okoli Amaka

ESUT VC with Amaka Okoli

What began as a routine academic engagement quickly transformed into a remarkable and exciting experience as my first visit to the Vice-Chancellor’s office turned into an atmosphere filled with warmth interaction and unexpected delight.

On the 23rd of March 2026, being Tuesday. There was an interview session which was scheduled by ESUT Monitor to have an interaction with the Vice-Chancellor of ESUT, Prof Aloysius-Michaels Okolie,  which took place in his office. That very day, I was not just apprehensive about the interview, the thought of entering the VC’s office for the first time (would there be a second time? Why not…) being faced to face with the man so revered within and outside the university. The Most Outstanding VC in Nigeria!  

I was also proud of myself because I had to count it as a great opportunity to sit with the Vice-Chancellor of the university, in total control.  

During the interview with the VC

Though I would also count it as an achievement in my field as a student trying to build myself because not everyone has gotten the opportunity to have a face to face discussion with the Vice Chancellor, which will forever remain a memory that I can never erase out of my mind.

The interview session which took place in his office was initially approached with a sense of nervous anticipation because I kept wondering how the atmosphere would look like.

As it was my first time, my expectation was to see a possible intimidating environment where strict protocols and serious expressions would dominate, though I was questioned by some officials on uniforms on the purpose of my visitation  but the reality proved to be entirely different because they sound friendly. Particularly when I told them “I am a reporter with ESUT Monitor, we have interview with the VC”. Their faces beamed with more friendliness I was accorded much respect and ushered into the expansive office of the VC.

DVC and Registrar (in white) fare left, where listening

Upon my arrival at the Vice Chancellors office, the calm and organised environment immediately gave me a tone of professionalism most especially when I was directed to the door step of his office by the secretary

Beyond the setting was a welcoming and friendly reception from staff members who created the atmosphere that helped to ease my tension and nervousness. At first, entering inside his office I didn’t just meet with the Vice Chancellor, I also met the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof Chike Nwoha and the Registrar Mr Ambrose Ugwu who both watched and listened carefully as we “interrogated” the VC

The Interview session itself began as it gave me an unforgettable memory because I felt that the interaction would be a strict one but it evolved into a lively and engaging conversation. The Vice Chancellor demonstrated not only an administrative authority but also a personable approach throughout the session.

When you pose with the VC for a shot, you have to smile

In a surprising twist, moments of humour and laughter became part of the discussion as I threw a question concerning the date of resumption.

“My Vice-Chancellor, Sir, when will the school vacate for Easter celebration and when will the second semester resume?” I asked him

His response at first came in a friendly manner which made us all to burst into laughter and that made a unique blend showing me the act of professionalism and friendliness. It also allowed for a more open and confident exchange of ideas.

Of course my experience also highlighted the importance of human connection and taught me that communication involves inclusiveness.

After the session, I described my experience as an enlightened and enjoyable one and that was “within me”. Though I didn’t just go alone, I had the honour of being in company of the ESUT monitor News Editor, Onyekachukwu Agu who led the and our amiable lecturer, but not just a lecturer but a man filled with determination and integrity in person of Mr Amaechi Agbo (MC Mazi), the Staff Adviser of ESUT Monitor

A group picture after the interview. L-R Onyekachiukwu Agu, News Editor; Amaechi Agbo, Staff Adviser; ESUT VC and Amaka Okoli

The Visit concluded on a positive note, leaving a lasting memory as I personally took a photograph with the Vice Chancellor while the others joined in. a picture I would treasure

As a student of Mass Communication, practicing my field of profession, such encounter serves as important milestones, not only academically but also a personal experience because it built my confidence and communication skills.

Indeed what started as a simple interview with nervousness became a memorable one that inspired my confidence on my future academic pursuit because I know that i have not failed until I quit to try.

And the unique attribute about all this is the fact that it was my first assignment as an ESUT Monitor reporter, an honour I am appreciative of, always.

Amaka Okoli is a 300 level student of Mass Communication and a member of ESUT Monitor Newspaper Reportorial Team

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ESUT Institute for Peace, Conflict and Development Studies to Relocate in September https://esutmonitor.com/2026/04/01/esut-institute-for-peace-conflict-and-development-studies-to-relocate-in-september/ https://esutmonitor.com/2026/04/01/esut-institute-for-peace-conflict-and-development-studies-to-relocate-in-september/#respond Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:17:49 +0000 https://esutmonitor.com/?p=4791 By Amaechi Agbo The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) Institute for Peace, Conflict and Development Studies (IPCDS) will relocate to a new location, at the Mature Students Programme (MSP), Independence Layout, Enugu Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof...

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By Amaechi Agbo

The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) Institute for Peace, Conflict and Development Studies (IPCDS) will relocate to a new location, at the Mature Students Programme (MSP), Independence Layout, Enugu

Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof Aloysius-Michaels Okolie who disclosed this, said the relocation became expedient considering that the Institute has “no address”

The VC stated this on Friday during the Induction/Orientation programme for newly admitted students for the 2025/2026 academic session at the Institute.

Prof Okolie who revealed that the University recently paid the sum of N1.4 million rent to the ESUT Business School, noted that the new location will not only enhance the visibility of the Institute but would also make it accessible for students, staff and visitors.

 “The primary issue is that first of all, the institute must have an address. If I ask you the address of this institute, you would mention ESUT Business School. That is a contradiction. I want the institute to have a contact address. This morning I got another bill of N1.4 million that I should pay to ESUT Business School for the usage of their facility which I have sorted out.

“The concern is the management is not comfortable that you continue to be here and be subsumed into the ESUT Business School, you must leave. I am giving you till September to relocate because the recent rent I paid would be the last

“You will go to MSP, Mkpokiti, where we know is our property and I will not be paying. But whether you stay here after that time, count it that it will never happen. Why you cannot get a job from a government or any agency is because when they ask your address, you say ESUT Business School,” he said.

Prof Okolie also called for synergy between the Institute and ESUT School of Postgraduate Studies (SPGS) to facilitate robust engagement and effective administration of the Institute in ensuring that students graduate as and when due and warned that the university has no tolerance for overstayed students

“There must be direct relationship between this institute and the university especially with the Postgraduate Studies, all your documents for registration must be indicated and deposited with the SPGS.

“What laws that applied to some of us in Agbani PG must apply to you, which means the time for overstay must apply. The director must check the records of all the people that have spent more than the required period compile them and send to us. We will write them formal letter to withdraw, we have done it in Agbani and it must apply here. So don’t take it that immediately you register, you can graduate when you want to, no.”

He also made a passionate appeal on the need for alumni to give back to the institution which trained them professionally adding that once a students have the certificate of the university, he/she has identified with the university till the rest of his/her life.

“In Ibadan, one alumnus built a ten-story building for their programme, in UNILAG, an MD of a bank and alumnus built eight-storey structure for them. We are not saying give us such gigantic structures, but be part of the transformation and repositioning going on in ESUT.

“There is no alumnus that would give back to a system that exploited him or her. Therefore the staff here must make the students to feel that they belong here and they made the right choice to be here. By being students, you are stakeholders, remember for life, you will be carrying a certificate and logo which is ESUT, which means you have joined forces with all of us by being a partaker of the gain and losses. That is why collectively we must minimize the losses and expand the range of the gains,” he concluded.

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“Why We Established Institute for Peace, Conflict and Development Studies” – ESUT VC https://esutmonitor.com/2026/03/28/why-we-established-institute-of-peace-conflict-and-development-studies-esut-vc/ https://esutmonitor.com/2026/03/28/why-we-established-institute-of-peace-conflict-and-development-studies-esut-vc/#respond Sat, 28 Mar 2026 20:16:25 +0000 https://esutmonitor.com/?p=4771 By Onyekachi Agu, Ruth Ani, Faith Iroh and Hope Ali Enugu – The Vice-Chancellor, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Prof Aloysius-Michaels Okolie has disclosed that the Institute for Peace, Conflict and Development Studies (IPCDS) was primarily established...

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By Onyekachi Agu, Ruth Ani, Faith Iroh and Hope Ali

Enugu – The Vice-Chancellor, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Prof Aloysius-Michaels Okolie has disclosed that the Institute for Peace, Conflict and Development Studies (IPCDS) was primarily established for social re-orientation and re-engineering and not necessarily to award certificates.

 The Vice-Chancellor stated this on Friday during the Induction/Orientation programme for the 2025/2026 students of the Institute held at the ESUT Business School, Enugu

Addressing the students, Prof Okolie commended them for chosen ESUT for their Postgraduate programme in Peace, Conflict and Development. While describing the Institute as the heart of unity in not just in South-East but in the country, the Vice-Chancellor noted that the essence of the Institute is to ensure peaceful co-existence among people adding that peace is at the basis of everything in human interaction.

The VC, (in white) and other members of IPCDS board during the event

“Let me welcome you to the Institute of Peace, Conflict and Development Studies, ESUT. We commend you for chosen ESUT for your postgraduate programme, in this discipline. Let me also remind you that the Institute was established primarily for social re-orientation and re-engineering. The essence of the Institute is to promote and sustain peace for social cohesion.

“The certificate you seek to acquire is necessary but it will be meaningless if you do not apply the knowledge for which the certificate is awarded to you. In ESUT PG Programmes, we do not accommodate overstayed students. Once you are due for graduation and we noticed that you have not graduated, we will kick you out of the programme.

“When I assumed office, I noticed that we had a huge number of overstayed students in our PG programme and we wrote them a letter and terminated their contract with the university. You therefore owe it a duty to ensure that you graduated when you are supposed to. The watchword here is discipline. Let me also remind you that you didn’t come here to pursue certificate, you came here to acquire knowledge and both the Institute and the University management are ready to help you with your corporation”, he said.

Earlier in his address, Director of the Institute, Prof Gerald Ezirim, congratulated the new students and charged them to be studious and diligent in their works. He informed them that lectures are conducted in hybrid form comprising physical and virtual classes but warned that failure to meet up with 75% attendance requirement, would disqualify them from writing their exams

“I want to first congratulate you on gaining admission into the Institute. As you begin this new journey in your academic career, I want to assure you that you are in the right place with the right people to help you navigate the journey.

Some of the IPCDS students during the orientation

“Here we operate hybrid lectures, lectures are conducted both physically and virtually. Therefore, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you must be physically present in all lectures. However, the law in the university is that every student must attend lectures at least 75% or be disqualified from taking examination,” he said.

The Director further announced that as part of policies to make the Institute visible, the Board would soon establish a journal to be solely published by the students and lecturers in the Institute and encouraged them to ensure that they published at least one article before their graduation.

“We are planning to launch the Institute journal soon and it will belong to you. Publication of at least an article is a prerequisite for your award of certificate here.”

During his speech, the Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies, ESUT, Prof Charles Chime, who was represented by the Associate Dean, Dr Dorathy Abonyi, took time to explain to the students how the Postgraduate Programme works. He warned them against contracting their Dissertation or Thesis to vendors and stressing that the university frowns at fabricated projects.

“I want to congratulate you on your admission into the Institute. One reality here is that all of you were offered admission the same year but you will all not graduate the same time. PG programme is not undergraduate programme where you are expected to graduate with your set. A lot of factors could cause this and I will dwell on the ones that could affect you if not properly checked. First and foremost, you are expected to fill and submit your forms on time. Ensure you pay your school fees and all other required sundry fees as and when due.

IPCDS Director, Prof Ezirim, addressing the students.

“We understand that many PG students contract their Dissertation or Thesis to road-side vendors. But we have a mechanism to checkmate them. Once you are caught, you will be punished. It profits much when you are the author of your Dissertation or Thesis and that is why your supervisors are here to guide you to ensure that you did everything right.

“We are in the era of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The PG School is not against the application of AI in your research works but do not allow AI to reason and write for you. Make AI your assistant not you master,” he warned.

Students interviewed expressed gratitude to the management of the university and thanked the VC for gracing the event and promised to abide by the rules governing the Institute.

The IPCDS was founded in the 1990s by Professor Osy Okanya, then Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences and related disciplines. It was in 2016 that the Institute was strengthened and the vision for the establishment of Institute for Peace, Conflict and Development Studies (IPCDS) was conceived.

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“ESUT New Campus in Enugu Will Be AI-driven” – VC https://esutmonitor.com/2026/03/18/esut-new-campus-in-enugu-will-be-ai-driven-vc/ https://esutmonitor.com/2026/03/18/esut-new-campus-in-enugu-will-be-ai-driven-vc/#respond Wed, 18 Mar 2026 05:22:30 +0000 https://esutmonitor.com/?p=4722 By Amaechi Agbo The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has acquired a new campus in Enugu with the Vicc-Chancellor, Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okloie declaring that the new campus would be Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven. Prof Okolie who disclosed...

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By Amaechi Agbo

The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has acquired a new campus in Enugu with the Vicc-Chancellor, Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okloie declaring that the new campus would be Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven.

Prof Okolie who disclosed this recently, said that the new campus will acquire the building originally meant for the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), which has been handed over to the university by the Enugu State Governor, Peter Ndubuisi Mbah.

The Institute, a flagship facility of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), was originally established to promote digital literacy, technological innovation, and employment generation across Nigeria’s South-East region. Its integration into ESUT is expected to significantly strengthen the university’s capacity to deliver industry-relevant digital and technology-driven education.

Speaking at ESUT’s permanent site at Ebe Ano City, Enugu, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie, described the development as a major milestone in the university’s drive toward practical, hands-on digital skills training. He noted that the acquisition would expand ESUT’s academic and professional training footprint, enabling it to serve not only students and staff but also corporate organisations, government agencies, and private individuals seeking advanced ICT competencies.

According to him, Governor Mbah approved the extension of ESUT’s academic and training activities to the NCC training centre located opposite Elim Estate in Enugu and directed that the university take over the entire land and structures within the Institute.

“We have received the approval of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Enugu State, Barrister Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, to extend ESUT to the NCC training centre along Nike-Nsukka road. He has directed that ESUT should assume control of the entire facility. We intend to commence intensive, hands-on training in Artificial Intelligence and other emerging digital fields at the centre. The new campus will be AI-driven and we intend to engage experts to man it,” the Vice Chancellor stated.

Professor Okolie further disclosed that the university would constitute a technical committee to develop a comprehensive blueprint for the take-off of the training programmes. The committee, he said, would outline operational frameworks, curriculum integration, partnerships, and certification pathways to ensure the centre meets global standards.

He added that the expanded management team of the university would conduct an inspection visit to the facility to take stock of available infrastructure and equipment, with the aim of commencing training programmes in the next academic session.

Emphasising ESUT’s practical orientation, the Vice Chancellor revealed that the training model at the Institute would adopt a 30–70 structure — 30 per cent theoretical content and 70 per cent applied, hands-on knowledge. This approach, he explained, is designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world technological application, positioning graduates to compete effectively in Nigeria’s rapidly evolving digital economy

The new Campus is located along Nike-Nsukka road and will bring to three campuses ran by the university. The other two include ESUT College of Medicine, Parklane, Enugu and the University Main Campus in Ebe Ano City, Enugu.

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ESUT’s 45-year Journey Highlighted As Faculty of Allied Health Sciences Matriculates 1,116 Students https://esutmonitor.com/2026/03/07/esuts-45-year-journey-highlighted-as-faculty-of-allied-health-sciences-matriculates-1116-students/ https://esutmonitor.com/2026/03/07/esuts-45-year-journey-highlighted-as-faculty-of-allied-health-sciences-matriculates-1116-students/#respond Sat, 07 Mar 2026 04:57:56 +0000 https://esutmonitor.com/?p=4691 By Amarachi Favour The Dean of Health and Alien sciences  Prof. Humphrey Nwobodo, in his speech at Enugu State University during the 2025/2026 matriculation celebration, stated that Enugu State University was first established in the year 1980 (45 years ago)...

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By Amarachi Favour

The Dean of Health and Alien sciences  Prof. Humphrey Nwobodo, in his speech at Enugu State University during the 2025/2026 matriculation celebration, stated that Enugu State University was first established in the year 1980 (45 years ago) by the first civilian governor of Anambra State, Chief Senator Dr. Ifeanyichukwu Obodo, as Anambra State University.

He further stated that in 1991, the university changed to Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) following the creation of Enugu State from the old Anambra State.

The Dean noted that the clear mandate of the university was to serve as a catalyst in the technological advancement of the people. Thus the university motto – Technology for Science. Thus establishing the vision of the university to building an outstanding internationally respected university in Africa, with strong commitment to vigorous scholarship that will serve humanity through quality teaching, research, and community service responsibility.

Addressing the newly matriculated students, the Dean educated them on the university rules and regulations which they must abide by to enable them navigate themselves to graduation. He stated that violation of any of these rules amounts to indiscipline and consequently attracts disciplinary actions such as expulsion, repeat of year, or even prosecution in the court of law.

He further stated that the whole essence of them gaining admission is to build themselves both in character and learning, to graduate in flying colours, and to impact their environment positively.

He advised that ESUT attaches more credit to responsible student hard work and healthy social environment to ensure that the product of the university suits into the society to start adding value in the environment.

The Dean also stated that the university has zero tolerance for acts of “ indiscipline or actions such as cultism, examination malpractice, impersonation, failure to pay prescribed fees, sorting of lecturers for grade after examination, sexual harassment, armed robbery, drug abuse, gangsterism, forgery, and presentation of fake documents, and other anti-social vices within the university.

L-R: Dean, Faculty of Allied health Sciences, Prof Humpry Nwobodo and the VC, Prof Okolie during the matriculation ceremony at the Dr Peter Ndubuisi Mbah Auditorium

“Let me put it on record, that the faculty recorded a total of 1, 116 students were offered admission in the seven departments in our faculty. This is not only unprecedented but signals the intent of the university management towards expansion,” he state

 Students interviewed expressed joy that they have been offered admission to study their courses of interested and ESUT as the best university in the country.

The 45th Matriculation ceremony was held on February 20, 2026 acros the 14 faculties of the university with a total of 8, 969 students being admitted into over 78 programmes in the university.

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ESUT Announces Date for 45th Matriculation, Maintains Decentralised Ceremony https://esutmonitor.com/2026/02/13/esut-announces-date-for-45th-matriculation-maintains-decentralised-ceremony/ https://esutmonitor.com/2026/02/13/esut-announces-date-for-45th-matriculation-maintains-decentralised-ceremony/#respond Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:25:38 +0000 https://esutmonitor.com/?p=4561 By Ali Hope and Nwadike Ihechiluru The management of Enugu State University of Sciences and Technology, ESUT has announced February 20th as the date for the 45th Matriculation ceremony of the university. The Matriculation is for the newly admitted students...

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By Ali Hope and Nwadike Ihechiluru

The management of Enugu State University of Sciences and Technology, ESUT has announced February 20th as the date for the 45th Matriculation ceremony of the university. The Matriculation is for the newly admitted students in the 2025/2026 academic session.

Announcing the date via a memo signed by the University Registrar, Mr Ambrose Ugwu, the university noted that the decentralised system of the ceremony will also be retained and urged students, parents and guardians to visit their respective faculties for the event.

ESUT College of Medicine Matriculants during the 2024/2025 matriculation

“This is to inform the Matriculants, their parents/guardians, the entire University Community and the general public that the 45th Matriculation Ceremony of the University has been scheduled to hold on Friday, 20th day of February, 2026 at 11.00 a.m. The Ceremony will be decentralized within the respective Faculties at the Permanent Site Ebeano City, Enugu State” the memo read.

It further directed principal and key officers to ensure seamless ceremony.

The management during the 43rd matriculation in 2023/2024 session introduced decentralised system for the ceremony to ensure effective participation and collaboration between faculties/departments and Parents/guardians.

During the ceremony Deans of faculties will represent the Vice-Chancellor which the Faculty Officers will stand-in for the Registrar.

Over 8, 000 undergraduate and postgraduate students are expected to be part of the matriculation slated to commence by 11am across all the 14 faculties in the university.

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Prof Okolie Declares Maiden ESUT VC Games, Open, Says Competition will be Annually https://esutmonitor.com/2026/02/11/prof-okolie-declares-maiden-esut-vc-games-open-says-competition-will-be-annually/ https://esutmonitor.com/2026/02/11/prof-okolie-declares-maiden-esut-vc-games-open-says-competition-will-be-annually/#respond Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:43:25 +0000 https://esutmonitor.com/?p=4554 By Amaechi Agbo The Vice-Chancellor of ESUT, Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie on Monday declared open, the VC Games 2026. Marking the opening ceremony of the Games at the ESUT Play-Ground, Ebeano City, the VC commended the Director of Sports and Students...

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By Amaechi Agbo

The Vice-Chancellor of ESUT, Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie on Monday declared open, the VC Games 2026.

Marking the opening ceremony of the Games at the ESUT Play-Ground, Ebeano City, the VC commended the Director of Sports and Students Union Government for putting up the competition which he said will foster unity and exercise among the students.

Represented by his Deputy, Professor Chike Nwoha, the VC promised that the Games will be an annual competition.

the DVC in a hand shake with an athlete during the ceremony

“This is the first time we are having the VC Games in ESUT and this is not just historic but commendable. It is commendable because the Director of Sports and the students union joined hands to organise the competition and when they brought the proposal to the management, we had no objection. In fact, the VC was happy and promised to give every support needed to ensure its success.

“The initial plan was to name it after the VC, that is, “Professor Okolie Games” but because we know that leadership is continuum, the VC opted that it should be called ‘VC Games’. He therefore gave the node for the Games to officially start.

“Let me also inform everyone here that the competition is not going to be a one-off event. It will be sustained going forward. We want to see our students actively engaged in sports, establish relationship and network. While we preach for fairness and injury-free competition, we also welcome partners to help promote the games,” the VC said.

Earlier in her opening remarks, the Director of Sports, ESUT, Professor Rita Ani, thanked the management for their maximum support and expressed confident that the competition will achieve its expected results.

Prof Ani disclosed that the Games will serve as trials for the selection of athletes that will be part of the ESUT Contingent to the NUGA Games in Calabar later in the year.

Players during the ceremony

“We are glad that the Games have been officially declared open by our dynamic and sports-loving Vice-Chancellor. We can’t thank him enough. This Games is very important to us not only that it will help our athletes to keep fit and winners rewarded but it will also serves as trials for us to select the best legs that will represent ESUT at the 28th NUGA Games due to hold in University of Calabar, Cross Rivers State later this year,” she said.

The Games which started on Friday, is expected to last for two weeks.

 According to fixtures made available to ESUT Monitor Sports Desk, Faculty of Social Sciences will take on their Management Sciences counterpart in the football event on Thursday by 4pm.  

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ESUT Vice-Chancellor  Conferred With Chieftaincy Title For Outstanding Achievements https://esutmonitor.com/2026/01/30/esut-vice-chancellor-conferred-with-chieftaincy-title-for-outstanding-achievements/ https://esutmonitor.com/2026/01/30/esut-vice-chancellor-conferred-with-chieftaincy-title-for-outstanding-achievements/#respond Fri, 30 Jan 2026 01:25:28 +0000 https://esutmonitor.com/?p=4502 By Agency Report The Vice Chancellor of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie, on Friday, January 2, received a prestigious chieftaincy title of Ebube Dike I of Obodoakpu, Kingdom, Agbogugu in Awgu Local Government...

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The Vice Chancellor of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie, on Friday, January 2, received a prestigious chieftaincy title of Ebube Dike I of Obodoakpu, Kingdom, Agbogugu in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State.

The title conferred on him by the traditional ruler of Obodoakpu Kingdom, Agbogugu, HRH Igwe Eric C. Nwafor (Eze Chukwu Wetalu 1 of Agbogugu) which received the consent of the state Commissioner for Chieftaincy and Awgu traditional Rulers Council was in recognition of Professor Okolie’s exemplary and transformative leadership which have turned ESUT to a Centre of Academic Excellence.

Igwe Nwafor noted that under the Vice Chancellor’s leadership, ESUT has undergone significant digital transformation, cutting across outstanding infrastructural development, human capital development, academic research, international collaboration and linkages, successful accreditation and expansion of programmes, maintenance of global academic culture and positioning the university to produce graduates who are solution-oriented and globally competitive.

According to the monarch, the university has become a formidable institution among tertiary institutions, with the establishment of a fully equipped Innovation Hub designed to provide students with practical digital skills.

“These achievements and many other human capacity development initiatives informed our decision to confer on him the title of Ebube Dike”, Igwe Eric Nwafor remarked.

During the conferment

The ceremony which was witnessed by all the Monarchs in Awgu, led by the Chairman of Awgu Council of Traditional Rulers, HRH Igwe Maduabuchi Nevobasi (Ogilishi Igbo )who also is the Traditional Ruler of Ezinesi Mmaku, also had in attendance all the members of Igwe’s cabinet and the council of elders.

Also in attendance were a good number of members of ESUT Community, family and friends and others who came to felicitate with the Vice Chancellor.

The event also witnessed the conferment of chieftaincy title of Nwachinemelu1 of Obodoakpu Kingdom, Agbogugu, on the Executive Chairman of Awgu LGA, Hon. Chris Uchenna Joseph Okolie, for the numerous projects and achievements recorded in Awgu Local Government.

In his remarks, Igwe Nevobasi, while congratulating the duo noted that their awards received the blessings of the State Commissioner and Awgu traditional Rulers Council due to the outstanding achievements of the two Awardees.

He charged them to continue to live above board and remain committed to the development of their environment.

In his acceptance speech, Professor Okolie expressed gratitude to the kingdom for the recognition and honour, describing them as motivation to do more for humanity and the society in general.

He pledged to work closely with traditional rulers with the aim of ensuring that development reaches all parts of the community and beyond.

His wife, Lady Uchenna Okolie, was also honoured with the chieftaincy title of “Lolo Ebube Dike” (Oso Di Eme).

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ESUT VC Charges Staff on Probity, Warns Students against Non-Registration https://esutmonitor.com/2026/01/22/esut-vc-charges-staff-on-probity-warns-students-against-non-registration/ https://esutmonitor.com/2026/01/22/esut-vc-charges-staff-on-probity-warns-students-against-non-registration/#respond Thu, 22 Jan 2026 01:46:54 +0000 https://esutmonitor.com/?p=4477 By Ali Hope and Onyekachi Agu The Vice-Chancellor of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie has charged staff of the university on the need to imbibe the virtual of probity and timely delivery of responsibilities....

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The Vice-Chancellor of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie has charged staff of the university on the need to imbibe the virtual of probity and timely delivery of responsibilities.

ESUT VC, Professor Okolie addressing the staff

Prof Okolie gave the charge at the University’s main campus in Agbani during a one-day capacity training of the staff on Wednesday

In his opening remarks, the VC emphasised that the training become paramount in view of the fact that the school will embark on first semester examination for the 2025/2026 academic session in March

“Today, we have gathered again for the purposes of enhancing our outputs. I must first of all, appreciate you all for you commitment to work. However, more are still required of us and that is why this training becomes very crucial.

“The first semester commenced in October and by first week of March, we will start examinations. Therefore, this training is necessitated by the need to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the best manner required of us as lecturers. Timely release and upload of results is paramount.

“We want our results to be uploaded on the website as soon as practicable. I believe that by now you are rounding up your lectures and getting reading for the examinations. I want to advise that the management will henceforth not tolerate delay in release of results. I want you to be upright, sincere and professional in the discharge of your duties,” the VC said

He warned that students who failed to register for the academic session within the stipulated time, automatically loses their academic status for the year

Staff members at the training.

“I want to pass this message to the Deans and HODs to also disseminate it to the students. The era of non-ICT result list is over in ESUT. Any Student who failed to effect his/her registration and verification within the stipulated window had already processed themselves out of the university for the academic year. A bonafide student of the university is that student who paid not just the stipulated school fees but also carried out the online registration process for the academic session. Failure to register, the student loses the academic year,” he warned.

Earlier in his opening address, the Director of Academic Planning, Professor Chike Anibeze enjoined the staff to take the training seriously as a new lease of life is expected from them thereafter.

Some the staff interviewed by ESUT Monitor commended the university management for the training describing it as a timely exercise which would propel them to buckle up and effect changes where applicable

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