Enugu – On Friday, October 25th, the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, emerged winner of the 042 Coal City Debate competition organised by the Enugu State Government in collaboration with Zenith Bank

To emerge victorious, ESUT defeated the likes on University of Nigeria Nsukka, UNN: State University of Medicine and Applied Sciences (SUMAS); Institute of Management and Technology (IMT) and more than ten others to secure the grand prize of fifteen million naira (₦15, 000 000.00)

“To reach this height, was not a mean venture”, Rtr. Eze Michael Uzochukwu, the President, Enugu State University Medical Students Association, ESUMSA, who represented ESUT at the competition, told ESUT Monitor in an exclusive interview.

“All the tertiary institutions in Enugu State took part in the competition, so our winning it was as a result of hardwork, commitment and sacrifices. It was not an easy venture but at the end, the outcome justifies the efforts,” he continued.

Rtr Eze explained that initially four ESUMAS’ teams applied for the competition, but two progressed. The two teams were Team Legion, who won the competition and Team Paragon. Both teams are made up of five debaters each.

“Our debate teams were formed through a randomized selection process, where members who drew the same number were grouped, allowing them to cultivate teamwork beyond their usual friendships. This approach encouraged participants to remain diligent, as working with unfamiliar team members fostered a natural accountability. Each team had a dedicated researcher responsible for gathering information, though other members also contributed.

“Additionally, some members of the disqualified teams joined the remaining team to strengthen its chances of victory. Balancing medical training with research on topics outside our academic focus was challenging, especially when some members had exams. Nonetheless, they remained committed to achieving excellence in both areas.”

He explained what the victory meant to the students, college and ESUT generally and encouraged students to remain focused in utilizing their potentials

“This victory is significant for our association, aligning with our vision to be a pioneering organization that other medical students nationwide admire. It reflects the mandate of our College Provost, Prof. Uchenna Ekwochi, who, in his first meeting with us following his appointment, expressed his desire for our College to be renowned, like a beacon set on a hill. I am pleased that we are meeting his expectations, as he has consistently been a supportive and inspirational leader.

“The Vice-Chancellor is a revolutionist. He is changing the narrative and this victory is an outcome of his visionary leadership.

“I sincerely commend the Enugu State Government for creating a platform where youth can engage in constructive discussions on relevant issues. By promoting education, they are laying the groundwork for economic growth, equipping our youth for impactful future representation.

“I encourage every ESUT student to embrace the opportunity to represent our esteemed institution whenever it arises. We possess the potential to excel among our peers, and only by challenging ourselves can we identify and refine areas for growth, preparing us for even greater aspirations ahead,” ESUMSA President said.

The 042 Coal City Debate competition tagged “042 Cool_it’ is aimed at empowering youths with accurate information, fostering self-awareness, and enabling introspection regarding their core values. By cultivating informed opinions, it sought to challenge the prevailing culture of groupthink and support the development of individual belief systems based on reasoned perspectives.

After the victory, what next for ESUMSA and ESUT? President Eze Michael Uzuchukwu says the association is poised for greater challenges even as they seek to conquer South-East in the Nigerian Medical Students Association (NiMSA) South-East quiz competition

“Although the debate organized by the Enugu State Government has concluded, we are eager to participate in any upcoming regional or national debate competitions. Our quiz team is actively engaged in a competition organized by the Nigerian Medical Students Association (NiMSA) South-East.

“In the two initial phases, our Medical Students Association excelled as the top-performing team. We are now preparing to secure victory in the final round, which would qualify us for the National Quiz Championship. This national event will bring together the best teams from medical schools across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones,” the President concluded.

Below is the list of ESUMSA Debating Teams that participated at the 042 Coal City Debate competition:

TEAM LEGION (WINNER)

Aka Obinna Celestine

Madu Adaobi Portia

Adiele Rejoice Chindo

Obingene Miracle Chinonyelum

Ezugwu Chisom Cynthia

TEAM PARAGON

Obasi Victor Chimamkpam

Abonyi Rosemary Uzoamaka

Egudu Innocent Onyedikachi

Obiora Chizitalu Olivia

Edeani Victory Akachukwu

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Parents, guardians and indeed, the students of Enugu State University of Science and technology (ESUT) would heave a sigh of relief as the management of the university has disclosed that school fees will not be increased in the 2024/2025 academic session.

The University Registrar, Chief Ambrose Ugwu who disclosed this to ESUT Monitor in an interview said there is no plan to increase school fees “for now”

“No school fees increment for now; we are aware that things are hard for both parents, students, and lecturers,” he said.

When asked to explain what he meant by “for now”, Mr Ugwu added “When I say “for now,” I mean for now. Of course, you cannot increase the school fees at the middle of the session, at least for 2024/2025 academic year, because the students that resume would start paying immediately. So you cannot tell them to pay for additional fees.

“Therefore, if by now there is nothing like an increment, just let it be known that for 2024/2025 academic calendar, nobody is talking about an increment,” he concluded.

This would no doubt, be a great news to the students and parents as the expectation has been high and rumour mills circulating that the management are exploring the option of upward review of the school fees in the new session.

Earlier in an interview shortly after the second semester examinations of the 2023/2024 academic session in August, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Aloysius+Michaels Okolie told ESUT monitor that considering the economic realities in the country, there is need for a review but added that the management is sensitive to the plights of the parents and guardians who would bear the brunt.

ESUT is among the state universities paying the least amount of school fees in Nigeria with the current schools fees at ₦124, 900.

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By Amaechi Agbo, Agbani

Prof Uche Boniface Ugwuanyi on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 assumed office as the substantive and 12th Dean, Faculty of Management Sciences, ESUT.

His assumption of duty followed the inauguration/handover ceremony held at the Dean’s Office.

During the handover, the former dean, Professor Chioma Oleka thanked the students, staff and board of the faculty for their support.
She enumerated her key achievements to, inter alia, include organisation of first international conference by the faculty, attracting ICT Building as well as welfare of the staff.

In his Inaugural Speech, the new Dean, Prof Ugwuanyi unveiled his his developmental plans for the faculty anchored on three agenda of academic excellence, infrastructural development and inclusive administration.

Prof Ugwuanyi who lauded his predecessor for her efforts in repositioning the faculty, said that his flagship project will be the building of a multimedia classroom for the faculty.

The former Director, Entrepreneurship Development Centre, EDC, ESUT, who is the 12th Dean of the faculty, reckoned that the faculty, with the support of staff and students and collaboration of the university management, the next two years will upgrade the faculty in academic excellence.

“My dearest and respectable Colleagues,
I stand here today humble, and grateful to the trust you bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors. I thank the distinguished past leaders of our great faculty for the services to our great institution, Enugu state and nation, as well as the generosity in cooperation towards this smooth transition.

“It is with profound gratitude and immense honour that I stand before you today as the 12th elected and returned Dean of the Faculty of Management Sciences, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, (ESUT).
May I happily and sincerely express my deepest appreciation for the overwhelming support and unanimous vote of confidence that you have bestowed upon me, allowing me the privilege to lead this prestigious and largest faculty of this great institution. Together, we will chart a course towards a future defined by excellence, innovation, and inclusive growth.

“As we embark on this journey together, my vision is rooted in a commitment to transformative leadership that prioritizes open transparency, accountability, and inclusive governance. I recognize the pivotal role that each and every one of you plays in shaping the future of our faculty, and I am dedicated to working collaboratively with all stakeholders to foster a culture of excellence and innovation.
Our collective focus will be on elevating the standards of research, teaching, and learning within the faculty. We will establish effective mechanisms to ensure the judicious utilization of resources, while also prioritizing the renewal and upgrading of our physical facilities to create a conducive environment for academic growth and development.

“I am deeply committed to enhancing the professional development and well-being of our staff members, with a particular emphasis on promoting quality assurance and eliminating negative tendencies that hinder progress. It is imperative that we cultivate a culture of respect, seniority, mentorship, and knowledge transfer among professionals, entrepreneurs, and students to foster a productive and supportive academic community.

“Furthermore, I recognize the significance of industry collaboration in enriching our academic programs and providing valuable opportunities for our students. By forging strong partnerships with industries, we can offer enhanced internship opportunities, collaborative research projects, and industry engagement initiatives that will enrich the learning experience and prepare our students for success in their chosen fields.

“In line with our commitment to academic excellence and technological advancement, I am thrilled to announce the initiation of a flagship project – the establishment of Multimedia Classroom that will revolutionize our teaching environment and equip our students with the skills needed to navigate the digital era competently. This state-of-the-art facility will incorporate modern technologies, audio-visual aids, and collaborative platforms to enhance interactive learning experiences and empower our students to thrive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape,” The Dean said.

He appreciated the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Aloysius-Michaels Okolie and his management team for their transformative leadership in the university stressing that their effervescent administration is yielding results across all units.

“In closing, may I specially extend my heartfelt appreciation to our dear Vice Chancellor; Prof. Michaels Okolie for his friendship, invaluable support, and visionary innovative derives. His determination to uphold the fundamental values set by our founding fathers at Esut, with a renewed focus on “technology for service,” serves as an inspiration to us all.

“Under his guidance, we are embarking on a journey to revitalize our institution, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of technological advancements while staying true to our core principles.

“Our dear Vice Chancellor Michaels-Okolie’s commitment to excellence and dedication to fostering a culture of innovation have laid the groundwork for a bright future for all of us at the institution. I am honored to have the opportunity to work alongside him and the entire ESUT community in bringing this vision to fruition. Together, we will continue to strive for academic excellence, societal impact, and technological advancement, guided by the principles of service and integrity.

“It is a privilege to lead our dear faculty during such a transformative period, and I look forward to collaborating with our distinguished Vice Chancellor, his management team, and all our esteemed dear colleagues to realize our shared goals and aspirations for our great faculty of Management Sciences and ESUT at large.”

New Dean Appoints Associate, Restores Electricity Clears Vicinity, Plans Landscaping

To match words with action, at a time other deans are struggling to settle down in office, Prof Uche Ugwuanyi had already set his administration in motion even before inauguration.

First and foremost was the appointment of an erudite scholar, Dr Aloysius Tochukwu Aduma, who represented him at the handover ceremony, as the Associate Dean of the faculty. The appointment made in August received massive support and commendations.

Also, the New Dean restored electricity in the faculty. Inline with his inaugural address to ensure optimal welfare of staff and students, he promised that all staff in the faculty and departments will have their electricity supply working effectively.

The Professor of Accounting is also poised to ensure landscaping of the faculty surroundings but even before that, he has already cleared the milieu.

ESUT Monitor gathered exclusively, that the faculty could also be fumigated before students return from their long vacation in October

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The House of Representatives Committee on Banking and Regulations on Tuesday conducted oversight/inspection on the ongoing Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN Project in ESUT.

Led by the Honourable member representing Afikpo North/South federal constituency of Ebonyi State, Hon Iduma Igariwey Enwo, the committee inspected the Faculty of Engineering Laboratory building facility situated close to the University Medical Centre, the ESUT main Campus, Agbani.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof Aloysius-Michaels Okolie and his management team, took the committee round the various laboratories in the faculty where the committee made critical observations and promised to report back to the House and CBN for promt actions.

Speaking with the media after the inspection, Hon Enwo said the committee was in the university as part of its oversight Function to assess the level of completion of CBN sponsored projects in South East

“We have come to look at the CBN (Central Bank of Nigeria) project in the South East, one of them is located in this great institution, so that’s why I came here. I came to the Faculty of Engineering; the building was put up by the Central Bank of Nigeria.

“Firstly, I’m happy I came here and saw the building, which means the contract was consummated. But I have also made other observations, like the need to have the place equipped so that it justifies the intention of the Central Bank that set it up in the first place.
So, I think part of the recommendation is to see that the place is equipped.

“Some other issues would also concern other departments and agencies of government, but mine specifically is to inspect the project attracted by the Central Bank of Nigeria, and the issues of maintenance could probably belong to the university itself,” he said

Hon Enwo who was the former President of Ohaneze Ndígbo, explained that the facility would be beneficial to the students in particular and the university in general

“The important thing is that we have an institution like this that is specifically tailored to the development of science and technology, which is the future of many countries. What we hope is that the students, for whom we have this project in the first place, will take advantage of it with the equipment and facilities I have seen here. The students should appropriate it and then make the best use of it, and the institution also should count themselves lucky. It’s not every institution that benefited from this.
Their duty is to make sure that it is being maintained and kept in proper shape,’ he said

Hon Enwo noted that the Faculty of Engineering two-storey building laboratory is the only project the apex bank is sponsoring in South East Tertiary institutions

Earlier during the Committee’s courtesy visit to the management of the university, the Vice-Chancellor reitrated the need for timely completion of of the laboratory to enable the university make optimal use of it.

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The Vice-Chancellor, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) Prof Aloysius- Michaels Okolie has felicitated with the first Registrar of the university, Emeritus Prof. Festus C. Eze, on the occasion of his 55th year marriage anniversary and launching of his autobiography.

The Vice-Chancellor in his message to the family, noted that the Registrar served the university meritoriously and efficiently from inception till 1998.

Prof Okolie at the occasion on Saturday stressed that, Prof Eze’s “legacies and footprints in ESUT have continued to speak eloquent volumes of his rich and outstanding contributions which has shaped and continued to steer the university towards the direction of greatness”.

He prayed God to grant the couple “sustained fruitful and blissful years of life together”.

In his goodwill message, the current Registrar of ESUT, Chief Ambrose Ugwu described his predecessor, Emeritus Prof, Eze as a foremost University administrative guru and icon who nurtured and mentored many past and present Registrars of Nigerian Universities to the glory of God.

He emphasized that Emeritus Prof Eze is a beacon of light to all who come in contact with him. And like a towering colossus exhibits “wonderful sterling qualities, exemplary and intimidating integrity”.

Prof Eze and his beloved wife marked their 55 years together on Saturday, June 29, 2024.

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Despite having 67 programmes in its fold from existing twelve faculties the management of Nigeria’s premier Science and Technology University, The Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT has concluded plans to establish four new programmes in the university.

This is even as the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie will before the end of the year establish two new faculties in the institution.

The four new Bachelor of Science programmes to be introduced from the 2024/2025 academic session, upon verification by the NUC, are: Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Radiography, Public Health and Biomedical Engineering.

The two new faculties to be established are: Faculty of Allied Health Sciences which would be demerged from Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences as well as the Faculty of Arts and Humanities which will be created out of the present Faculty of Social Science and Humanities.

The Director, Academic Planning, Prof Chike Anibeze told Esut Monitor that the National Universities Commission, NUC has approved ESUT’s preliminary filing adding that the programmes would commence in the next academic calendar, after resource verifications

“The VC has approved that the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences would be detached from the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences. In other words, there is a new creation of the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences which would accommodate Nursing Sciences and Med Lab Science.

“Because there are just two departments, the VC envisaged that we need to add or support the Allied Sciences areas especially, so we made a request to NUC for three extra programmes in that direction. We have done a field work, and we applied. The programmes are: Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Radiography and Public Health. These are BSc programmes, and I am glad to tell you that as we speak, the NUC has given preliminary node, that our filings are in proper shape. They have requested that they will come for the resource verification.

“And if the resource verifications are done, we envisage that the programmes will commence in the 2024/2025 session which would start in October by our own academic calendar. With the three new departments merging into the two already existing courses, we have a full-fledged Faculty of Allied and Health Sciences; that is where we are with regards to increase in the number of programmes.

“We equally have one extra programme in the school which has been given the node for resource verification, that is Biomedical Engineering. You know what is in trend in the world, you realize that we targeted the two very important areas. One is Mechatronic Engineering which we have gotten students there last year. The second phase is to run the BSc in Biomedical Engineering. This is going to help us synthesis between the engineering technology and medicine, that is where we are,” Prof Anibeze said.

It could be recalled that the Vice-Chancellor had said at different fora that the management will, before the end of the year, demerge Faculty of Social Sciences and establish Faculty of Arts and Humanities.

The creation of these two new faculties will bring to 14 the total number of faculties in the university with about 71 programmes.

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By Amaechi Agbo

The Vice-Chancellor, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Prof Aloysius-Michaels Okolie has confirmed the appointment of Associate Professor Dorathy Obianuju Abonyi as the Associate Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies.

Associate Professor Abonyi’s appointment was sequel to the recommendation of the Dean, PG, Professor Charles Chime.

Professor Chime told ESUT Monitor in an interview why she was recommended for the job.

“She is a Electronic Engineer from Electronic department, she was a the immediate past HoD of her department. We have seen her and she is someone that is very dedicated and resourceful. When the Vice-Chancellor wanted to appoint somebody as the Associate Dean, I recommended her. It wasn’t difficult to appoint her because we have seen her work,” Prof Chime said.

Associate Professor Dorathy Abonyi graduated with 2nd Class Honours Upper division in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from ESUT in 1999. She further obtained a Master of Engineering (M.Eng) degree of the same University in 2003.

She joined the services of ESUT in 2007 as an Assistant Lecturer after an earlier industry experience as a staff of The Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) where she grew rapidly to Principal Engineer, FRCN Training School.

Dr. Dorathy later proceeded to the University of Sheffield, United Kingdom as Tetfund Scholar where she bagged ,Master of Science in Engineering with major in Data Communication Engineering and crowned it up with a PhD degree.

Dorathy has been a two tenure Head of Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering with outstanding records of leadership. As HOD and in her quest for collaborative research and love for environment, she attracted two million naira fund from CBN to build an innovative ESUT BSG (Brainstorming garden) where researchers gather in small groups in a natural environment to build research ideas. She also attracted funds from other individuals to implement a digital display and signage in EEE and MPE building making the Departments stand out from any other Department in the University. As a Head of Department, Dorathy ensured that all students of the Department ready for graduation graduated on schedule. Her footprints in EEE department are too numerous to mention.

Dorathy, is currently an Associate Professor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of ESUT with over 40 Journal and Conference paper Publications in highly rated local and International journals and have attended several conferences in USA, UK, India, China, Italy, Morocco and within Nigeria where she presented original researched papers. She has been recently appointed the Associate Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies, ESUT for the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 academic sessions.

She is versed in the Communication Systems Engineering where she has done works on Antennas, Radio wave propagation, Localization systems and other areas of Wireless and data communication Engineering. Dorathy has a special interest in Engineering management where she has published some papers and currently a part-time lecturer at ESUT Business school, Enugu.

She is a member of a number of Professional Associations including; the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Association of Professional women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), Institute of Engineering & Technology (IET), Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), International Association of Engineers (IAENG).

It is expected that Associate Professor Abonyi will bring her wealth of experience to bear in repositioning the School of Postgraduate Studies in ESUT.

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By Joseph Joy and Eze Shedrack

Three bishops in Enugu and no fewer than 42 Priests on Thursday officiated the requiem mass of Mrs Lucy Ezinne Onuzulike Okolie, the mother of Vice-Chancellor, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, Professor Aloysius-Michaels Nnabugwu Okolie.

Held at the St Michael’s Cathedral, Awgu Town, Enugu, the three bishops are: host and officiating bishop, Most Rev John Ifeanyichukwu Okoye; Bishop of Enugu Diocese, Most Rev Calistus Onaga and Bishop of Nsukka Diocese, Most Rev Professor Godfrey Onah who sent in a representative.

In his homily, a priest, Rev. Fr. Leonard Ilechukwu, admonished the congregation to be conscious of their relationship with God and humanity all the time.

He described the deceased as a virtuous and humble woman who never allowed affluence to get on the way of her relationship with fellow human beings.

Reverend Ilechukwu noted that the late Ezinne laid solid moral and educational foundations for all her children, adding that she was an ambassador of Christ on earth.

While lauding the giant strides of ESUT Vice Chancellor, he remarked that Prof. Aloysius Okolie’s administration had transformed the University through quality research outputs, improved staff and students welfare and critical infrastructure upgrade.

Meanwhile, the Enugu State Governor, Barr. Peter Mbah, Thursday, led other top government functionaries to grace the burial ceremony of late Onuzuluike Okolie.

Other dignitaries at the ceremony include the Pro Chancellor and Chairman, ESUT Governing Council, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa, immediate past Vice-Chancellor ESUT, Professor Charles Eze, Commissioners for Water Resources and Environment and climate Change, Dr Felix Nnamani and Prof Sam Ugwu, respectively

Others include Enugu State Commissioner for Housing Development, Hon. Dr Martin Chukwunweike, who represented Gov. Mbah; former Chairman, Enugu State Traditional Rulers’ Council, Amb. Lawrence Agubuzu; former Commissioner for Information, Enugu State, Godwin Udeuhele; and more than 50 Reverend fathers.

Others were Principal Officers of ESUT, (past and present) Deans, Directors and Professors led by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof Chike Nwoha and the Registrar Chief Ambrose Ugwu, Equally present were some Heads of other Tertiary Institutions, Captains of Industries, Traditional Rulers among other dignitaries.

The Deputy Vice Chancellor of ESUT, Professor Chike Nwoha, who spoke on behalf of the ESUT at the burial ceremony described the late matriarch as an exemplary christian and community leader.

He enjoined the Okolies not to mourn like the unbelievers, adding that life has no end for those who live in Christ. He also thanked the ESUT community for their massive attendance, support and solidarity to the Vice Chancellor at the solemn moment.

Aged 81, late Lucy Onuzulike Okolie died on March 5, 2024 leaving behind eight children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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By Amaechi Agbo

The management of Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, on Thursday paid homage to the founding father of the university, His Excellency, Senator Jim Ifeanyichukwu Nwobodo on his 84th birthday celebration.

Led by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Aloysius-Michaels Okolie, the management team comprising the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof Chike Nwoha; the Registrar, Chief Ambrose Ugwu; the Bursar, Dr Augustine Ojeh, among others, were received by the “Birthday Boy” at his country home in Amechi Awkunanaw, in Enugu South Local Government Area.

While delivering their birthday gift to the former Governor of Anambra State, the Vice-Chancellor wished him the best of his birthday day and prayed God to “sustain him with good health, long life , so that the state and the university will continue to tap from his wisdom in managing the affairs of the people.”

Senator Jim Ifeanyichukwu Nwobodo, a former Minister of sports and Chairman, Enugu Rangers, celebrated his 84th birthday on Thursday May 9, 2024. He was born on this day in 1940 in Agyaragu, Lafia, Nassarawa State.

A successful businessman, Senator Nwobodo joined the Nigerian Peoples Party (NPP) and in October 1978, was elected NPP chairman for the old Anambra State. He contested the 1979 elections and on 1 October 1979 was sworn into office as the first Executive Governor of Anambra State.

As governor, Nwobodo achieved unprecedented records including the establishments of the Nike Lake Hotel, Anambra State Television, Anambra State University of Science and Technology, (ASUTECH); Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NAU), the Ikenga Hotels, the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Eha Amufu College of Education, Nsugbe College of Education and the Nkalagu Cement industry, among other projects.

Establishment Of ESUT

The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) is a university in Nigeria that was founded as Anambra State University of Technology (ASUTECH) on 30 July 1980, by the Executive Governor of Anambra State, Chief Dr Jim Ifeanyichukwu Nwobodo.

The creation of Enugu State out of Anambra State in 1991 by the then Military President, General Ibrahim Gbadamasi Babangida, transformed ASUTECH into Enugu State University of Science and Technology, (ESUT)

Established as the very first state University in the country, the University has grown tremendously, stretching its academic disciplines and research across six different Schools and thirty academic departments. ESUT is located at Agbani in Nkanụ West LGA, Enugu State, Nigeria and its vision and mission are not only clearly stated, but very vigorously pursued.

On establishment, the University which was conceived on a Presidential model after Harvard University, made impressive landmarks and stamped its name as the first University of Technology and first State University in Nigeria with her main campus at Enugu.

Other campuses that were created later were located at Abakiliki, Awka and Nnewi. At inception, only three faculties namely, Engineering, Science and Technology were established at the two functional campuses at Enugu and Awka.

In 1985, there were major re-organisations and policies resulting in the introduction of new programmes and the merging of the University with its sister polytechnic – IMT. The new faculties created then were faculties of Education, Environmental Sciences, Health Sciences, Law, Social Sciences, Management Sciences and Agric Sciences etc.

The two merged institutions operated unsuccessfully under one Interim Joint Council (IJC) with Prof. Onwumechili as the President and Proc. J.C. Ene of IMT as Deputy until December 1986 when it was demerged.

By 1987 the four campuses had kicked off in earnest with Abakaliki campus housing Agric Sciences and Veterinary Medicine, while Awka campus was for students of Basic Applied Sciences, Law and Social Sciences, Nnewi campus catered for Health Sciences comprising Medicine and Dentistry while the main campus in Enugu housed Engineering, Technology, Management Sciences and the rest. Each of the campuses had a Deputy Vice-Chancellor as the administrative head.

In 1991, following the creation of Enugu State from the old Anambra State the new Government changed name from ASUTECH to ESUT.

At that time, the two former campuses of ASUTECH at Awka and Nnewi became the State University for Anambra State which today has been taken over by the Federal Government and renamed Nnamdi Azikiwe University, while the Enugu and Abakiliki campuses on the other hand formed ESUT.

ESUT however retained and adopted all the identities of the old ASUTECH including its main campus, the logo, colour, anthem, philosophy, aims and objectives among others.

This re-packaged University, ESUT, established a new campus at Adada Nkpologwu in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area where students of Applied Natural Sciences and Social Sciences were located.

These three campuses at Enugu, Abakailiki and Nsukka Zones of the State had four colleges, each headed by a Provost.

College of Engineering at Enugu
Colleges of Agriculture and health Sciences at Abakaliki
College of Applied Natural Sciences at Adada –Nsukka

The creation of Ebonyi State from the old Enugu and Abia States in 1996 saw ESUT forfeiting its campus at Abakaliki which houses its Colleges of Medicine and Agriculture.

The new State (Ebonyi) understandably converted the campuses to a State University known today as (EBSU) Ebonyi State University. ESUT on the other hand re-established its College of Health Sciences at Nsukka until 2005 when it was relocated to Parklane Enugu and named ESUT College of Medicine/Teaching Hospital.

On February 14, 2006, the University under the Vice Chancellorship of Professor Ikechukwu Chidobem was moved from its temporary site at Independence Layout Enugu to a befitting permanent structure built in Nkanu West L.G.A. and named Ebeanọ City.

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The Burial date of late ESUT’s Vice-Chancellor’s Mother, Ezinne Lucy Okolie has been announced.

According to the burial arrangements released by the family and signed by Mr. Raphael Ndubuisi Okolie, Late Ezinne Okolie Onuzuluikewill be buried on May 16, 2024 at her country home in Umuhu Ezike Kingdom, Awgu Town in Awgu Local Government Area, Enugu State.

A wife, mother, grandmother and great grand-mother, Ezinne Lucy Okolie Onuzuluike, (Nnemuruora) died on March 5, 2024

Details of the burial rites indicate that Wednesday, May 8, there will be wake and mass by 5pm at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Awkunanaw Enugu.

Tuesday 14th May, 2024 by 5pm there will be another wake and mass at St Michael’s Cathedral premises Awgu.

Two days later, May 16, her body will leave Eastern Nigeria Medical Centre Mortuary to her home, Awgu town by 8am. It will be followed by lying in state by 10am.

Her Funeral mass will be held at St. Michael’s Cathedral Awgu Town, Awgu L.G.A by 11am to be followed by internment.

Sunday outing/thanksgiving mass will hold on Sunday May 18, at St. Michael’s Cathedral, Awgu Town.

Aged 81, Ezinne Okolie until her death, was
a community women leader, a virtuous-kind-hearted matriarch, mostly referred to as Nnemuruora – mother for all.

She is survived by her children, brothers, sisters, grand children, great grand children and many other relations.

Among her children is Professor Aloysius-Michaels Nnabugwu Okolie, the Vice-Chancellor, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT.

Below is the Full Burial Programmes As Released By The family

Wednesday, 8th May, 2024 , 5.00pm, wake, mass and entertainment

Venue: St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Awkunanaw Enugu.
Tuesday 14th May, 2024,
5.00pm, wake, mass and Entertainment
Venue : St Michael’s Cathedral premises Awgu.

Thursday, 16th May 2024
8.00am, body leaves Eastern Nigeria Medical Centre Mortuary to her home, Awgu town.

10.00am: Lying in State at her Husband’s Compound, Awgu Town.

11:00 am:Funeral mass at St. Michael’s Cathedral Awgu Town, Awgu L.G.A.
Internment follows thereafter.

2.00pm, Reception of guests and Condolences remained at the cathedral premises.

Saturday,18th May, 2024
Condolence visit continues at her compound Awgu Town.

Sunday, 19th May, 2024
8.00am: Thanksgiving Mass at St. Michael’s Cathedral, Awgu Town.

She is survived by;
Her children, brothers, sisters, grand children, great grand children and many other relations.
May her soul rest in peace and her legacy continues to inspire generations to
come.

Signed:
Mr. Raphael Ndubuisi Okolie,
for the Family.

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