In a remarkable show of brilliance six students of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) recorded a major academic milestone as they bagged First-Class Honours at the Nigerian law school during the 2024/2025 academic session.

The outstanding graduates are: Richard Kenechukwu Mba, Ngwu Tobechukwu Grace, Chiazokam Jideofor, Chiagozie Onovo, Chidera Stephanie Igweonu and Valerian Netochukwu Udeh. The achievements mark an important mileage for the university and highlights its growing academic reputation.

In her congratulatory messages to the great ambassadors of the university, the Acting Dean, Faculty of Law, ESUT, Rev. Sr. Dr Maria Chigozie Onuegbulam, (IHM) described the feat as an “outstanding accomplishment” and attributed the success to the value orientation of the faculty.

“I congratulate all successful Law Faculty ESUTITES who were successful at the last Bar Finals of 2024/25 academic session of the Nigerian Law School, especially the six candidates who made First-Class Honours, and others who bagged Second-Class Upper (2.1) and Lower (2.2) Divisions.

“This outstanding accomplishment is a clear reflection of the dedication, discipline and academic excellence that defines the ESUT Faculty of Law. Attaining a First-Class Honours at the Bar Finals is an exceptional feat, demonstrating not only intellectual distinction but also resilience, focus and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

“I also commend all successful candidates whose performance signifies the successful completion of a rigorous and demanding academic journey. Your achievement is a testament to the quality of legal education and mentorship provided by the Faculty,” she said.

The Dean advised the students to be worthy ambassadors of the university, be professional and uphold the standard of integrity and discipline in their profession.  

“As you proceed into the legal profession, you are enjoined to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and service our discipline is known for. The Faculty is confident that you will be worthy ambassadors of ESUT and will contribute meaningfully to the promotion of justice and the rule of law in Nigeria and the Global community.”

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By Amaechi Agbo

Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), on Friday emerged champions of the maiden edition of the Kingmakers Inter-Campus Athletics Championship.

The two-day championship held from Thursday, 12th to Friday, 13th February 2026 at  Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, saw ESUT clinch the coveted trophy after dominant performance.

ESUT topped the medals table with 25 medals comprising 9 gold, 9 silver, and 7 bronze medals, narrowly beating University of Nigeria, Nsukka, which finished second with 9 gold, 6 silver, and 7 bronze medals.

University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus came third with 3 gold, 2 silver, and 8 bronze medals, while Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu, placed fourth with 3 gold and 3 bronze medals.

OSISATECH Polytechnic finished fifth with 2 silver medals, while Renaissance University secured sixth position with 2 silver medals.

State University of Medical and Applied Sciences (SUMAS) placed seventh with 2 silver medals, and Coal City University came eighth with 1 silver medal.

Federal Co-operative College finished ninth on the medals table with 1 bronze medal.

The Enugu State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Hon. Lloyd Ekweremadu, expressed excitement over the highly competitive and entertaining display of talents. He commended the students for their passion, discipline, and resilience throughout the championship and reaffirmed the State Government’s commitment to nurturing discovered talents to attain national prominence.

He also appreciated Kingmakers, sponsors of the championship, for partnering with the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

The Director of Sports, ESUT, Professor Rita Ani, who led the victorious team, commended the Ministry for organizing the competition and praised the athletes for making the university proud and praise the Vice-Chancellor for support

“Let me first, thank my athletes for making ESUT proud. You displayed the ruggedness expected to overcome your opponents and the university is proud of you. I also thank the organisers for putting up this competition which has immense benefits.

“And to my indefatigable and supportive Vice-Chancellor, Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie, this victory is a testament of your unwavering support to sports development in ESUT and welfare of our athletes,” she said.

Former Director of Coaching, Mr. Ephraim Ochomma, described the championship as a veritable platform for talent discovery. He expressed delight at the State Government and Ministry’s efforts in providing students with the opportunity to showcase their sporting abilities.

One of the gold medallists, Miss Joy Iyioke of ESUT, who won gold in javelin and silver in discus, expressed happiness at winning two medals and commended the hitch-free organization of the championship.

The maiden Enugu State Inter-Campus Athletics Championship was organised to discover athletes to represent the state at the 2026 National Sports Festival which the state is due to host later in the year.

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Enugu — Students of the Department of Industrial Physics, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) on Wednesday undertook an academic excursion to the Scientific Equipment Development Institute (SEDI) located in Akwuke, Enugu State, as part of their practical exposure to industrial applications of physics.

The visit, led by the department’s Head, Dr. Chime Iheanyichukwu, provided students with firsthand experience of scientific manufacturing processes, laboratory technologies, and optical instrumentation systems used in real-world industrial environments.

Officials of the institute explained that the facility specializes in manufacturing laboratory glassware, moulded glass products, nylon packaging materials, gas cylinders, stoves, and chemical materials used in scientific experiments.

The institute also operates Advanced Manufacturing Units equipped with Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines, vertical milling machines, and precision cutting devices fitted with diamond-tipped blades for glass fabrication.

According to instructors at the institute, the organization also serves as a preparatory training centre for students interested in optics, a field not widely offered in Nigerian tertiary institutions.

 Trainees are introduced to foundational optical concepts before pursuing advanced studies abroad in countries such as the United Kingdom and Canada.

At the start of the excursion, students received safety instructions from Engineer Ide Onyebuchi,who cautioned them against running, touching equipment, or making noise inside laboratories and workshops.

The tour was later conducted by Engineer Innocent, who led the students through the institute’s various departments and units.

In the optical section, students observed demonstrations involving prisms, photon identification, and light transmission experiments.

Equipment displayed included a pinhole camera for long-distance image viewing, simple and computerized telescopes, and precision measuring instruments used in optical analysis.

 They were also shown triangular prisms and introduced to related scientific formula. The group visited testing laboratories containing scientific apparatus used for material analysis.

Among the exhibits was formalin, a preservative chemical used to prevent biological specimens from decaying. Students were also shown plastic recycling facilities where discarded plastics are melted and remoulded into new products.

At the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Centre, they observed automated fabrication systems capable of producing industrial components and laboratory instruments. Demonstrations included fibre-lens cutting equipment using high-temperature flame technology for precision shaping.

The students described the institute’s instructors as approachable, supportive, and effective communicators who simplified technical explanations for easier comprehension. Many students reported that the interactive teaching style enhanced their understanding of practical physics applications.

Speaking after the excursion, the Head of Department, Dr. Chime Iheanyichukwu, explained that the purpose of the visit was to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industrial practice.

He noted that many people wrongly assume Physics graduates are limited to classroom teaching, adding that the initiative was designed to change that perception by exposing students to the wide range of career opportunities available in the field.

He encouraged the students to pursue excellence, remain strong, and courageous assuring them that dedication would ultimately lead to significant achievements.

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Staff and students of Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT will embark on two weeks break to celebrate this year’s Christmas and New Year festivities.

ESUT Monitor can authoritatively report that the university will vacate for the yuletide season on Friday, December 19, 2025.

According to the 2025/2026 academic calendar of the university, staff and students are expected to vacate the university on Friday 19, 2025 and return on Friday, January 2, 2026

ESUT Monitor gathered that while the vacation applies to all staff, however, those on essential duties – medical and security personnel – would be exempted.

The 2025/2026 first semester which started on October 13, 2025 is expected to end in March 2026.

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By Ali Hope and Joy Alinta

A university don, Dr. Sebastian Okafor, in the Department of Mass Communication, Enugu State University of Science and Technology ESUT, says making the right policies and guiding students properly are important steps toward a better society.

Dr. Okafor made the call on Wednesday while featuring as the guest lecturer at a one-day Leadership Summit held at the Prof Julius Onah Auditorium at ESUT, Agbani

He explained that policies work best when they focus on real problems in different areas. “If you want a policy on education, you must first look at what is not working. The same goes for health. You need to ask: Who is making the policy – are they experts, are they active in their field?” he said.

He added that being an expert is not enough. “A doctor who is not practicing may not help much with health policy, just like a teacher who is not active in academics may not help with education policy.

He suggested that people who are really working in each field should come together to make policies that actually solve problems.

On the essence of the Leadership Summit, Dr. Okafor said it was a good step. “Students need guidance and orientation. If they learn the right values, like honesty, accountability, and the need to work collaboratively, they can help make the society better,” he said.

On his part, the convener of the Summit, Chikezie Emmanuel, a student union leader, representing the Mass Communication Department, said he organised the summit because he believes that the youths should be well-guided if they must attain their leadership goals

“If you ask me what inspires me, I will just say the need for a better Nigeria. I want a country where students, leaders, will bring the desideratum of what we need the make the country better. Few years from now, the leadership responsibilities of this great nation will be on our shoulders and if we don’t start now to catch the young leaders, teach them what we need to know about leadership from now, how do we think we can achieve this later? I want students and young leaders to know what is needed from the start. We cannot wait for the future to train leaders,” he said.

He thanked his classmates, lecturers, and students for their support.

“I really appreciate the effort of Mass Communication Department lecturers and students, my course mates, Year 3 class, for coming out en massive and their support. Some persons have been sending money, wishes, and support prayers. Many people sent money, wishes, and prayers. I really appreciate everyone who came out to help,” he added.

Senator Emmanuel faced challenges in organizing the summit. “It was not easy, especially with money. We relied on personal contributions from supportive students,”

At the end of the summit, he gave students an important message: “Every youth is a student, but not every student is a youth. Go home and promote good leadership. Be a positive force for change in Nigeria.”

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By Amaechi Agbo

The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has begun sale of supplementary forms for admission into 51 Programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.

Purchase of forms commenced on Tuesday 21 October and will end on Sunday, 26 October, 2025.

In a circular signed by the ESUT Registrar, Mr Ambrose Ugwu, said the supplementary forms are for candidates who selected the University as their most preferred and/or First choice institution in the 2025 UTME and were not yet offered admission into the regular undergraduate academic programmes for 2025/2026 academic year.

“Enugu State University of Science and Technology invites applications for supplementary admission from suitably qualified candidates who selected the University as their most preferred and/or First choice institution in the 2025 UTME and were not yet offered admission into the regular undergraduate academic programmes for 2025/2026 academic year,” Mr Ugwu said.

While adding that that eligible candidates are to pay a non-refundable fee of N10, 6000 only on or before Sunday, October 26, 2025, Mr Ugwu warned that applications for admission into courses not listed among the 51, will not be processed.

“Eligible candidates should pay a non-refundable application fee of Ten Thousand, Six Hundred Naira only (N10,600.00) by generating an invoice from ESUT portal as portal.esut.ng

“Applications for admission into courses not listed below will not be processed. This offer will start from Tuesday 21th October, 2025 and end on Sunday 26th Oct,2025.

To be qualified for admission, candidates must have met the following conditions: Scored 160 and above in the 2025 UTME, met the University’s minimum entry requirements in their course of choice and taken the appropriate UTME subjects required for the proposed course of study in the 2025 UTME examination

Available Courses of Study for Supplementary Admission Are:

Agriculture and Natural Resource Management: Agronomy & Ecological Mgt. Animal Science & Fish Mgt. Agricultural Economics & Extension, Food Science and Technology,

Physical Sciences: Industrial Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Industrial Chemistry,

Engineering: Agric Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering.

Environmental Sciences: Architecture, Building Technology, Quantity Surveying, Surveying and Geoinformatics/Land Surveying, Environmental Management, Urban & Regional Planning, Geograph and Metrology and Estate Management,

Education: Biology Education, Physics Education, Chemistry Education, Integrated Science Education, Agric. Sc. Education, Technology & Vocational Education, Building/Woodwork Education, Electrical/Elect. Technology Education, Mechanical Technology Education, Mathematics Education and Computer Science Education,

Other Courses available in Education include: Library and Information Science, Human Kinetics and Health Education (former Physical and Health Education), Continuing Education and Development Studies (formerly Adult Education), Educational Foundation, Education Management, Guidance and Counselling, Educational Administration and Supervision, Business and Entrepreneurship Education,

Management Sciences: Banking and Finance, Marketing, Cooperative Economics and Management (formerly Cooperative and Rural Development) and Insurance and Risk Management.

Social Sciences and Humanities: History and International Studies, Sociology and Anthropology, Psychology, English and Literary Studies.

Applied Health Sciences: Human Nutrition and Dietetics,

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The Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has announced date for its maiden Public Lecture.

The Public Lecture which is organised in collaboration with the Nkanu West Local Government, will hold on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the Professor Julius Onah Auditorium, ESUT, Agbani commencing by 11am.

Themed “From Classroom to Communities: Bridging the Gap between Health Science Education and Community Healthcare Delivery,” marks a significant step towards creating a synergistic relationship between academic institutions and local government to tackle pressing health challenges especially at the grassroots.

The lecture is designed to serve as a platform for academics, healthcare professionals, government officials, and community leaders to engage in robust discourse. The core objective is to develop actionable strategies for translating cutting-edge health science knowledge from university classrooms into effective, sustainable, and accessible healthcare solutions for local communities, particularly within the Nkanu-West area and beyond.

The Vice-Chancellor, ESUT, Prof. Aloysius Michaels Nnabugwu Okolieis the Chief Host of the Public Lecture which will be hosted by the Provost of ESUT College of Medicine (ESUCOM) Prof. Uchenna Ekwochi while Hon. John Ogbodo, Chairman, Nkanu-West Local Government Area, will serve as the Chairman of the Occasion:

Prof. Humphrey Afam Nwobodo, Dean, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, is the Co-host.

The keynote address will be delivered by Prof. E.I. Obi, a distinguished expert expected to provide deep insights and frame the conversation around innovative models for community-oriented healthcare education and delivery.

The Dean, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Professor Humphrey Nwobodo in a chat said the lecture is a critical alignment of curriculum with market and community needs as well as a catalyst to implementing experiential learning in the faculty noting that the partnership with Nkanu-West LGA will crystallise into awareness creation and the complementary roles both the university and government will plan in enhancing healthcare education.

“Our students receive rigorous theoretical training, but true competence is achieved through application. This partnership with Nkanu-West LGA opens a direct pipeline for community immersion, for field-based research, and for our students to understand the socio-cultural determinants of health that you cannot find in a textbook.

“The significance for our students is monumental. They will cease to be mere spectators and become active participants in the healthcare ecosystem of their state even before graduation. They will gain firsthand experience, fostering a spirit of service and innovation that will define their careers.

“For the communities in Nkanu-West and beyond, this signifies a direct infusion of expertise. It means access to health awareness programs, potential screening exercises, and collaborative efforts to tackle prevalent health issues like malaria, hypertension, maternal and child health challenges, using data-driven approaches developed jointly by the LGA and our researchers,” he said.

The lecture is open to the public, including healthcare workers, students, academics, policymakers, and community members.

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The management of Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, has announced a new date for the resumption of the 2025/2026 academic session.

Students of the university who have been on long vacation since July were earlier scheduled to resume for academic duties on Monday, October 6 but has been delayed by a week.

According to a new circular issued by the university and signed by the Registrar, Mr Ambrose Ugwu, the new academic session will now commence on Monday, 13 October, 2025.

Consequently, the university directed lecturers to commence academic activities in earnest and advised students to report back to the campus promptly

“This is to inform the University Community that academic activities for both fresh and continuing students for the First Semester 2025/2026 academic session will commence on 13th October, 2025.

“Lecturers and students are hereby directed to commence academic activities and ensure that continuous assessment exercises which will constitute part of the first semester examinations are administered timeously.

“All academic staff are by this communication directed to commence effective teaching and other academic activities on resumption and please be guided by the approved 2025/2026 academic calendar accordingly

“All deans, directors and heads of department are requested to ensure full compliance with the above directive,” the circular said.

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The management of University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has announced Professor Simon Uchenna Ortuanya as its new Vice Chancellor, following a rigorous selection process involving 28 candidates.

Prof Ortuanya is the Dean, Faculty of Law, Enugu State University of Science and Technology. His appointment was announced on Sunday by the five-man selection panel. Ortuanya’s appointment makes him the first Nsukka person to head the First indigenous University in Nigeria.

He also became the 16^th VC of the ivory tower.

Professor Ortuanya, who previously served as Secretary to the Enugu State Government (SSG), was appointed after the university’s Governing Council ratified the recommendation of the selection committee.

The process, chaired by the Council’s Chairman, Engr. Kayode Ojo, was described as transparent and merit-based.

In a statement issued by the university’s Acting Public Relations Officer, Inya Agha Egwu, the institution highlighted Professor Ortuanya’s extensive academic and administrative experience, which spans several decades and includes roles in both state and federal capacities.

“Professor Ortuanya brings with him a wealth of academic and administrative experience. He previously served as Associate Dean of the Faculty of Law, University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, and is a Professor of Law at the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT). He is also a visiting scholar at Loyola University Chicago School of Law,” Egwu said.

He added that Ortuanya’s deep understanding of university governance, education policy, and law, as well as his leadership record, would help advance the university’s mission of academic excellence and innovation over the next five years.

Before his appointment, Ortuanya was the Dean, Faculty of Law, ESUT, where he was credited with significant improvements in the academic environment and infrastructure for law students. His leadership style has often been described as transformational, with a strong emphasis on raising academic standards.

A former Enugu State Commissioner for Education, he played a vital role in implementing educational policies aimed at strengthening the state’s academic sector. He also served as Special Assistant to the Minister of Information and Culture at the federal level.

In addition to his academic and political roles, Ortuanya is the Founding and Principal Partner of Prof. S.U. Ortuanya & Co. (Word Chambers), a contemporary law firm providing legal support across various sectors of the Nigerian economy.

He was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1988 after earning his LLB (Hons) from the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, in 1987. He obtained his Master of Laws (LL.M) from the University of Lagos in 1991 and later earned a Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD) from Loyola University Chicago School of Law in 2003.

Between 2003 and 2005, he was a visiting scholar at Loyola University in the United States and has held several academic positions, including Director of Law Clinic and Associate Dean of the Faculty of Law at UNN between 2007 and 2011. From 2013 to 2016, he served as Director of ESUT Legal Clinic and Head of the Department of Private Law, ESUT.

He has also served on the Human Rights Committee of the International Bar Association.

Past UNN Vice-Chancellors

                        Name                                                  Tenure

1          Professor Charles Igwe        June 2019–to 2025

2          Professor Benjamin Chukwuma Ozumba June 2014–June 2019

3          Professor Bartho Okolo:     June 2009 – June 2014

4          Professor Osita Chinedu Nebo:     June 2004 – June 2009

5          Professor Ginigeme Francis Mbanefoh:   1998– 2004

6          Professor Umaru Gomwalk:           May 1994 –1998 (appointed as the Sole Administrator)

7          Professor Oleka K. Udeala:            1992 – 1995

8          Professor Chimere Ikoku:   1985 – 1992

9          Professor Frank Nwachukwu Ndili:          1980 – Oct. 1985

10        Professor Umaru Shehu:     1978 – 1979

11        Professor James O. C. Ezeilo:        1975 – 1978

12        Professor Herbert C. Kodilinye:    1971 – 1975

13        Professor Eni Njoku:           July 1966 – 1967; 1967 – 1970

14        Professor Glen L. Taggart:  1964 – 1966

15        Dr. George Marion Johnson:          1960 – 1964

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By Amaechi Agbo

As part of efforts to enhance its manpower development and promote quality assurance in aircraft servicing, Maintenance and repair, the Eastwing Aviation Institute Enugu has concluded a 30-day training programme at the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT).

The training programme which held at the Faculty of Engineering Laboratory, ESUT commenced on July 8 and ended on Friday, August 1 with 12 staff of the being put through the practical aspect of aircraft maintenance, servicing and repair under the guidance of ESUT Lecturer, Engr Obeta Christian Nwachukwu.

Speaking in an interview, the Secretary of Eastwing Aviation Enugu, Michael Onuminya who led the team to the university, told ESUT Monitor that the training was to enhance the output of the trainees with a view to make them professionals and world engineers in aircraft maintenance and repair.

“Our objective is to give the staff the needed and required training in aircraft repair and maintenance. As aircraft engineers, we embark on routine training to equip them better. We have been at ESUT since July and we are concluding today being Friday.

“We have understanding with the management of the university to use their facilities or laboratories in scaling up our staff training and that is why we are here. At Eastwing Aviation, professionalism and quality assurance are our key principles and that is why we are embarking on regular training to equip our engineers with the prerequisites they need to be better,” she said.

On his part, the Chief Technologist, Engr Obeta Nwachukwu of the Department of Electrical/Electronics, ESUT, said that the training which started on 8^th of July was part of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed previously by the ESUT Management and the Eastwing Aviation. 

“The essence of the training is that they need our knowledge and facilities to facilitate their training of engineers.  There is a collaborative understanding between Eastwing and ESUT on knowledge sharing and use of facilities. When we start running our Aeronautical Engineering, we will also send our students to them for training. They have been here, twelve of them, for intense training and we rounded off on Friday,” Engr Obeta said.

It could be recalled that the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) in November 2023 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Eastwing Aviation Institute, Enugu to offer National Diploma and Higher National Diploma certificates in Aircraft Engineering Technology. This collaboration aims to empower youths in the South East by providing opportunities in the aviation sector.

Eastwing Aviation is a Nigerian indigenous registered aviation training centre that specialises in training and retraining of aviation personnel to both national and international standards. The centre was founded and registered with the Nigerian corporate affairs commission in 2012.

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