By Ikechukwu Anioma

The Management of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) have suspended three undergraduate students of the Faculty of Law in their different years of study for two academic years each effective from 25th June, 2026 to 24th June 2028 for their involvement in examinations malpractice.

The affected students include two male and a female:

1. Isong Onyekachukwu Ugwu with Registration Number,  ESUT/2023030212973

2. Gad Nwosu, Registration Number ESUT/2022030203441

3. Roseline Chinyere Nnamani, Registration Number -ESUT/2024030219772

ESUT Vice-Chancellor, Prof Aloysius-Michaels Okolie, acting on behalf of the University Senate, approved the recommendations of the Senate Examinations Malpractice Committee.

In his memo of 30th July 2026, to each of the affected students conveying the suspension, ESUT Registrar – Ambrose Ugwu told them to hand over any property of the University that may be in their possession to their Head of Department and  vacate the campus immediately.

The memo further noted that the sponsors of the affected students and the National Universities Commission, NUC have been communicated of the development.

In addition, the students would need to apply for readmission at the expiration of their suspension in June 2028.

On the other hand, another student of the same Faculty of Law, Goodluck Iwuamadi with Registration Number ESUT/2025030227502   was exonerated from a case of Examination Malpractice in line with the recommendations of the Malpractice Committee.

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Enugu – In our part two of exclusive interview with the SIX ESUT FIRST-CLASS GRADUATES at the Nigerian law School, Tobechukwu Ngwu shares her experiences with us on how she made 2-1 at ESUT but achieved First-Class at the Nigerian Law School.

Ms Ngwu who is the daughter of former Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, ESUT, Prof Oliver Ngwu, said that at the beginning of her programme at the Nigerian Law School, Yenagoa Campus, Bayelsa State, achieving First-Class Honours was not part of her initial plans.

Describing Yenagoa Campus as “an Eden” she advised ESUT students to be more committed in their academic pursuit and prioritise their dreams.

While dedicating her feat to her late father, Ms Ngwu appreciated God for her stride and thanked her Family for support.

Feeling about result?

I was very happy when I got my result. It was never an easy thing but I give God all the glory. I dedicate the Honour to my late father who sacrificed everything for me and to my family for their support

Did you really target first-class?

Well, at the beginning of the journey I didn’t. I simply desired to do well and not have to return a second time. However, in the later stage of my stay, I conceived the idea and the rest is history, to the glory of God. I worked hard for it I did times tow of everything I was doing prior, academically.

Experiences at the Yenagoa Campus

Well, Yenagoa Campus was an Eden for me. God had, ahead of time, planted all the necessary resources I would need. I had an  amazing accommodation, good company, selfless lecturers and most of all, a vibrant place of worship – Chapel of Hope headed by Pastor Chukwuma Nwosu.

The journey was challenging at some point due to the intensity of the programme. It tested me emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and financially too.

I remember falling ill and being rushed to the clinic, where I was placed on two IV drips. I wasn’t able to eat, and even when I tried, I ended up vomiting. But God healed me.

I also remember the long hours in class, sitting in uncomfortable lecture seats and returning to the hostel with neck pain. Not to mention the lengthy group meetings every evening.

I also recall that, in the early stage of the journey, we had to wait in queues for hours to buy food due to a shortage of food vendors and the large number of students to be attended to.

In all, I thank God for the victory I attained in the end.

Did you also graduate with First-Class in ESUT?

No, I didn’t. I came out with a Second-Class Upper Honours. I resolved to give it my best by embarking on the journey with renewed determination and devotion. The law school system was also helpful in making me achieve my goals.

What aspect of Law did you study, do you intend to practise?

I intend to practice in the field of Corporate and Property law

What is your aspiration as a law graduate?

I aspire to make a difference wherever I find myself and to be an influence on all those who come around me.

What are your message to your junior ones in ESUT?

My message to my juniors in ESUT is that, with God as their anchor, they can achieve all that they set their minds to do.

I will leave them with this anchor scripture, Proverbs 3:5-6 (KJV):

“Prov.3.5 – Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. You also have o do you best.

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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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The Faculty of Law, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), on Monday, 10th February 2026, organized orientation programme for newly admitted law students at the Ikechukwu Onunwa, Moot Court Complex, ESUT, Agbani. The event was aimed at formally welcoming fresh students into the faculty and acquainting them with the demands, ethics, and culture of legal education.

The programme commenced with an opening prayer by Dr. Kingsley Edeh, a senior staff of the Faculty. This was followed by opening remarks and a welcome address by the Acting Dean of the Faculty , Rev. Sr Dr Maria Chigozie Onegubalam, PhD, who congratulated the fresh students on their admission into the prestigious Faculty of Law.

She described the study of law as demanding but rewarding and urged the students to uphold discipline, integrity, and commitment throughout their academic journey.

The President of the Law Students’ Association (LAWSA), Mr. Ahannonu Uchechukwu, in his welcome address, encouraged the fresh students to remain focused, hardworking, and united, while reminding them of the Faculty’s record of producing reputable legal practitioners within and outside Nigeria.

Speaking on Faculty Officers’ responsibilities in fresh students’ registration and other administrative functions, the Faculty Officer, Mr. Nnaemeka Nwodo, explained the procedures involved in registration and documentation, stressing the importance of compliance with university and faculty regulations.

A lecture on character formation and examinations malpractice was delivered by Prof. Osita Ogbu, a Senior Professor in the Faculty. He cautioned students against examination misconduct and unethical behaviour, emphasizing that integrity is the foundation of the legal profession.

On the topic of professional discipline and dress code, Dr C. J. Nwabueze, one of the Lecturers in the faculty, highlighted the importance of decent appearance and ethical conduct, noting that law students are expected to reflect the dignity of the legal profession at all times.

The issue of students’ academic and social environment was addressed by Barr. Henrietta Agbowo-Egbo, one of the Lecturers, who spoke on “The Law Student and His/Her Environment.” She encouraged students to cultivate a positive intellectual environment and healthy peer relationships.

Further presentations were made by Barr. J. N. Ugwu, a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty, who spoke on academic advisers, online course registration, and signing of course forms, and Prof. Charles Aduaka, a Professor in the Faculty of Law, who addressed issues relating to approved fees, book purchases, and the university bookshop.

Practical legal training was highlighted by Dr. Chijioke Uzoma Agbo, PhD, a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Law, who spoke on law clinic and mooting, stressing their importance in exposing students to practical aspects of legal practice. Similarly, Barr. Okey Ani S., the Law Librarian, educated students on the effective use of the law library for legal research and scholarship.

The programme ended with a congratulatory message by Prof. Agu Gab Agu, a Professor in the Faculty, and a closing prayer by Hon. Obinna Okenwa, a legal practitioner and stakeholder of the Faculty.

The orientation successfully equipped fresh students with essential information on academic expectations, professional conduct, and institutional procedures, setting a solid foundation for their journey in the legal profession.

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Ms Ogunsola said that the university would also confer honorary degrees on two outstanding Nigerians.

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) on Wednesday graduated a total of 2,097 students from its faculties of engineering, law, and management sciences.

Of the 613 graduates produced by the institution’s Faculty of Engineering, 89 made first class grade

The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Folasade Ogunsola, gave the figure at the institution’s ongoing 2025 convocation ceremonies.

Ms Ogunsola said that degrees would be conferred on a total of 16,506 students at UNILAG’s 56th Convocation Ceremonies, which began a few days ago.

She said, “Today, graduating students of the faculties of engineering, law, and management sciences will be admitted to their degrees, while in the afternoon, those in the basic medical sciences, basic clinical sciences, clinical sciences, dental sciences, health professionsals, pharmacy, and Distance Learning Institute will be admitted into their various degrees.”

Ms Ogunsola said that a total of 321 students graduated from UNILAG’s Faculty of Law, including three first-class students.

“From the Faculty of Management Sciences, a total of 1,163 graduated, with 180 first class honours.

“In total, there were 272 first class, 1,108 second class upper, 580 second class lower, 131 third class and six pass grades,” she said.

Ms Ogunsola said that the university would also confer honorary degrees on two outstanding Nigerians, whose lives exemplified hard work and service.

“Mr Jubril Tinubu will receive a Doctor of Business degree, and Mr  Kanu Agabi, a former Attorney-General and Minister of Justice of the Federation, will be awarded a Doctor of Law degree

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank members of  the Senate, staff, alumni, partners and stakeholders for their continued commitment to UNILAG,” she said

The vice-chancellor reaffirmed the university’s commitment to academic excellence and provision of an environment that would support teaching, learning and innovation.

 From Peoples Gazette

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The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Monday, convicted the suspended Dean of the Faculty of Law, University of Calabar, UNICAL, Prof. Cyril Ndifon, and sentenced him to five years imprisonment for sexually harrasing his female students.

The court, in a judgement that was delivered by Justice James Omotosho, found him guilty on two out of a four-count charge the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, preferred him.

However, the court discharged and acquitted his co-defendant and lawyer, Mr Sunny Anyanwu, who was accused of attempting to pervert the course of justice in the matter.

It was the position of the court that evidence the prosecution adduced before it, did not nail the 2nd defendant to the commission of any offence.

While Justice Omotosho sentenced Prof. Ndifon to two years in prison in one of the counts of the charge that was sustained by the court, he was handed five-year jail term on another count.

The court held that both sentences would run concurrently.

The ICPC had alleged that Ndifon, while serving as the Dean of the Faculty of Law at UNICAL, harassed his female students by demanding explicit photos from them.

He was alleged to have asked a particular female diploma student whose identity was replaced with the pseudonym ‘TJK’, to send him “pornographic, indecent and obscene photographs of herself” through WhatsApp chats.

The said student was among the four witnesses the ICPC produced that testified before the court.

Allegations against the defendants bordered on sexual harassment, cybercrime, and attempting to pervert the course of justice.

After the ICPC closed its case on February 14, 2024, the embattled Dean filed a no-case-submission which the court dismissed on March 6, 2024, and ordered him to open his defence to the charge.

In his defence, Prof. Ndifon testified as his own witness, while one CSP Babagana Mingali, a forensic analyst at the laboratory of the Office of the National Security Adviser, ONSA, also appeared as second witness, DW-2.

While denying the allegation against him, the 1st defendant insisted that the prosecution failed to, by way of any credible evidence, establish a prima-facie case against him.

He contended that the totality of the testimony of all the witnesses, among whom included the alleged victim, were not sufficient or such that any court could rely upon to make a conviction.

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The Faculty of Law, Enugu State University of Science and Technology ESUT is set to host the Second Edition of Hon Justice Nweze Memorial Lecture

According a circular signed by the Associate Dean of the Faculty, Rev. Sr. Chiagozie Onuegbulam, the lecture anchored on the theme “Legal Reform and Fiscal Federalism: A Twin Approach to National Development” will hold on Wednesday, October 2025 at the ESUT Senate Chambers commencing from 11am.

The Guest Lecturer of the day will be Prof Fabian Ajogwu – OFR, SAN.

Prof. Fabian Ajogwu, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, practices law at Kenna Partners; and is a Lagos Business School Professor of Corporate Governance. He is an Alumnus of the Said Business School of Oxford University. The Learned Senior Advocate has been Lead Counsel to the Federal Government of Nigeria in several cases of national importance.

Professor Ajogwu chaired the Nigerian Communications Commission Committee on Corporate Governance that produced the first NCC Code of Corporate Governance for the Telecommunication Sector in 2014. He served on the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria 2018 Technical Committee on the National Code of Corporate Governance, having assisted the Securities and Exchange Commission in drafting Nigeria’s pioneer Code of Corporate Governance in 2003. He is a Fellow of the Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria; a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators, Fellow of the African Leadership Initiative West Africa, Henry Crown Global Leadership of the Aspen Institute and a Fellow of the AIFA Reading Society.

The Executive Governor of Enugu State, Barr Peter Mbah will be the Special Guest of Honour while the Vice-Chancellor, ESUT, Professor Aloysius-Michaels Okolie is the host.

It could be recalled that the maiden edition of the Justice Nweze Memorial Lecture by the Faculty was held on September 25, 2024 with the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto, Most Rev Matthew Kukaka as the Guest lecturer.

The Memorial Lecture is organised by the Faculty of Law, ESUT in memory of late legal luminary, Hon. Justice Chima Centus Nweze.

Late Justice Nweze who hails from Enugu State, was a Supreme Court Justice until his death on July 30, 2023 aged 64.

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By Azubuike Kosisochukwu and Ozonnadi Benita

The newly admitted Law students in the Faculty of Law, ESUT have expressed excitement in seeing their dream come true and look forward to practicing their profession.

A cross section of the students made their feelings know to ESUT Monitor on Friday during their matriculation ceremony.

A year one law students who are among the matriculants expressed their experience since they were admitted into the school.

Ozor Great one of the 100level law students said , ” The matriculation is a great day for us the newly admitted ones, it cements us as law students and as up coming practitioners of Law” he said.

Also, Miracle who is a 100Level Law student, expressed her happiness of being matriculated but noted that bills are on the high, “ESUT is a nice school but the billing and cost of things suffocate us. However we keep pushing,”

One of the guardians of students who is lecturing at the Department of Architecture, Faculty of environmental Sciences and an Alumnus of ESUT, Architect Nneoma Ezeah . simply expressed her joy of seeing her cousin who matriculated saying,” Am happy for her and seeing her in the school I finished from and also a guardian. I wish for the best for her. Although we are in separate Faculties but I am still happy for and wishing the best for her and everyone who matriculated today,” she said.

In her interaction with ESUT Monitor, the Associates Dean, Faculty of Law, Rev. Sis Dr. Mariam Onuegbunam said the faculty is delighted to welcome the new intakes and urged them to be humble, law abiding.

“We thank God for the matriculation ceremony and for the increasing numbers of the newly matriculated law students, that the faculty is happy to have them. The have made it to their dream university and course if choice but I will advise them to be humble and law abiding. As people who are going to defend and interpret the law I. The future, their formative years are critical to us and we will give them the best so that Nigeria will be a better place when the go from here,” she said.

When asked about the effect of the decentralized system towards the matriculation process, the Associate Dean noted that it has been very effective.
“The system brings about the discipline of each faculty or department . It allows the faculty to prepare themselves and students to know where they belong because the indoctrination starts there.

“If we were still doing the the matriculation and accommodating all the students together in a particular area where the ‘Vice Chancellor addresses the whole students generally, the impacts are not there. But the decentralized matriculation process, we can address the students particularly on what they need to know within there faculty or department and the discipline they’ve come to embrace,” She said.

She admonished the students further “Law is a noble and prestigious profession. You can’t just come into law that you are coming. Once you’re coming into law you are aiming for greatness. Therefore they need to remain focused, not to deviate. If they start well and remain focused there is no way they will leave this Faculty after 5 years and not achieve something. Also let them maintain good friendship with one another, that God will surround them with essence of peace and calmness to focus on their studies”.

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The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Right Rev. Matthew Hassan Kukah will be in ESUT in September www.esutmonitor,com can authoritatively report

Bishop Kuka will be in the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT as as the pioneer Guest Lecturer at the Honourable Justice C.C. Nweze Memorial Lecture.

The Lecture organized by the Faculty of Law ESUT will hold in September with the fiery Catholic priest scheduled to deliver the lecture.

Speaking in an exclusive interview, a legal practitioner and senior lecturer at the faculty of law, Dr CIJIOKE Uzomah Agbo said the board of the faculty has concluded arrangement to bring Bishop Kuka to the university.

“We are planning to bring in, very soon, His Lordship, Bishop of Catholic Diocese Sokoto, Bishop Matthew Kuka to ESUT. He will be coming in September as the Guest Lecturer at the Hon. Justice C.C. Nweze Memorial Lecture,” he said.

Dr Agbo hinted that the faculty is also working to bring other top personalities to the university including the Director-General, World Trade Centre, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, subsequently.   

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Professor Simon Uchenna Ortuanya is not a strange name when it comes to human capital development and management. He has traversed the length and breadth of the globe, impacting humanity and reshaping humanity.

A former Secretary to the Enugu State Government, (SSG) as well as and ex Director-General, South East Governors’ Forum, Prof Ortuanya’s knowledge and experience in impacting humanity is exemplary.  

With over 25 years of experience in education, teaching and nurturing future generations, Prof Ortuanya is currently the Dean, Faculty of Law in the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT.

Since his assumption of office, the erudite professor has left no one in doubt over his leadership direction. Just a couple of months in the saddle, he has been able to reposition the faculty for effecting teaching and learning.

A man relatively heard in the media but indeed a trailblazer, Professor Ortuanya has overseeing the transformation of the Faculty of Law structurally and intellectually. This has been attested to by staff and students of the faculty who believe that he is a silent achiever.

 A legal practitioner and coordinator of the Law Clinic, Dr Chijioke Agbo spoke with ESUT Monitor of the achievements of the Dean, Professor Simon Ortuanya.

“I must say that since the tenure of the current Dean of Law, who himself, apart from his exposure in foreign universities, is trying to transform the faculty. He was the Secretary to the Enugu State Government and also a Director-General of the South East Governor’s Forum, Professor Simon Uchenna Ortuanya.

“He has brought a lot of his experience to bear and has been transforming the faculty, physically in terms of infrastructure. Those who know the Law Faculty before will know that a change has taken place. If you look at the frontage of the Faculty, it is quite impressive and even more impressive than it used to be.

“And intellectually, he has also brought in a rejuvenation of intellectual activities in this Faculty. Our programmes are taken more seriously, our students take their lectures more seriously and even our postgraduate students are not exempted. It is no longer business as usual, students have to work hard and earn their degrees and of course, in terms of character and in learning,” Dr Agbo said.

Recently, the faculty was given a new face following the landscaping of part of the surroundings which has added beauty and attraction to the edifice. He also has the vision of ensuring that each classroom has a projector and all needed facilities to make knowledge sharing more conducive

Dr Agbo recounted on the landscaping thus “Well, that’s part of the things I told you that Professor Otuanya brought to the faculty. He has made it possible for our faculty to have a new image. Look at the symbol of justice, the roundabout, the landscaping and the quality of work, the inscription of the Faculty’s name and more reforms are still coming.

“In fact, his vision is to make sure that the faculty has projectors in all classrooms and our law clinic is well-equipped with facilities for its functionality just like a practical law office. Our postgraduate units for instance, do not have functional air conditioning    system, but he has made a commitment and has been implementing some of them.           

“We thank him very much and hope he will continue and we will continue to give him huge support. And if the law Faculty is a huge success, we hope that it will rub off on other faculties of the university,” he concluded.

Professor Simon Uchenna Ortuanya was appointed Dean, Faculty of Law, ESUT in July 2023.

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