Enugu – The Rector of the Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu, Prof. Gọzie Ogbodo, has assured his students that his leadership is committed to implementing policies and programmes that will positively impact their lives.

Prof. Ogbodo made this known on Friday during a debate competition and empowerment programme organized by the Student Union Government of the institution, led by Comrade Ekene Eze.

He stated that the school management, under his leadership, has concluded plans with the State Water Corporation to provide a 24/7 water supply within the next few weeks.

He further revealed that discussions are ongoing with private partners and investors to renovate two abandoned hostels in the school, with more projects in the pipeline aimed at making the campus more vibrant.

According to him, “I bring you good news from the management of this great citadel of knowledge. In the spirit of the Valentine season, I want to assure our students that we are committed to enhancing real campus life. This is why we have finalized plans with the Enugu State Water Corporation to ensure a constant water supply to our school and hostels. Additionally, we are in talks with private investors to renovate and remodel two abandoned hostels into world-class accommodations. We want our buildings to be of global standards, providing our students with better living conditions and helping them save costs.”

Prof. Ogbodo also commended the efforts of the state governor in advancing education, stating that his policies have significantly transformed knowledge acquisition in the state.

“As you can see, we have a governor who is committed to education. With all the policies and programs he has introduced, which will also benefit our institution, we can confidently say that our tomorrow is here.”

Addressing the gathering, the Chairman of Enugu North Local Government Area, Dr. Ibenaku Harford Onoh, urged the students to embrace hard work in their academic pursuits. He stated that the state government, led by Barr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, which has allocated over 33% of the state’s budget to education, has demonstrated a practical commitment to advancing learning.

Hon. Onoh, who was represented by Mr. Sebastine Chukwuebuka Okafor, assured the audience that his administration has already initiated programs aimed at improving education and learning.

In his address, the member representing Enugu East Rural Constituency, Hon. Osita Okoh, urged students to prioritize their academics and avoid distractions that could jeopardize their future. He further assured them that he would play his role in ensuring the enactment of education-friendly laws in the state.

Earlier in his remarks, the Student Union Government President, Comrade Ekene Eze, stated that the aim of the program was to revive the spirit of critical thinking among students and to support indigent students with essential items. He reiterated his leadership’s commitment to students’ welfare and assured that efforts were underway to collaborate with the school management in addressing students’ most pressing needs.

Comrade Eze also praised Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State for his student-friendly policies, emphasizing that IMT students are pleased with his administration.

“We believe that the partnership between the school management, the government, and the student leadership will yield meaningful progress. Our goal is to ensure that students not only acquire knowledge but also experience a conducive learning environment that fosters personal and academic growth,” he added.

Highlights of the event included;Distribution of laptops to enhance digital learning, empowerment of students with weaving machines and sewing machines to support vocational skills as well as Provision of essential food items, including Indomie noodles, bags of rice, and spaghetti, to assist indigent students.

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The Management of Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT has officially Inaugurated the members of the Student Union Government, SUG who emerged victorious at the recently held elections.

The inauguration took place on Wednesday 28th February, 2024 at the Julius Onah Auditorium where all the elected students of each category of election; including the officials of the Legislative, Judicial and Executive arms of the Union where Inaugurated and sworn-in officially as the representatives of the students in their various capacities.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof Aloysius-Michaels Nnabugwu Okolie in his welcome address on behalf of the management, congratulated the officials adding that the management is ready to work with them to achieve set goals. “We want to cease this opportunity to congratulate the newly elected officers, you campaigned, made friends and you saw that it was not easy. You saw the tribulations, the sabotage, the threats and you survived all of them. It shows that you are prepared for the job and we’re happy to work with you.” He said.

The Vice Chancellor also stressed on the position of the management on zero tolerance for cultism and social vices, warning the newly elected officers to shun cultism and work with the management like the outgoing Government did in making sure that offenders are caught and punished accordingly. He maintained that any of the elected officials who abets cultists shall not only be expelled but prosecuted.

I’m his inaugural address, the SUG President, Comrade Ezewaji Miracle Chiagozie, speaking on behalf of his comrades, appreciated the Students of the University for trusting him with their votes and promised to live up to his campaign promise which is to bring joy to every student. He also assured the University Management that his administration will toe the path of his predecessor of working harmoniously with the management to ensure that the set targets for the university is attained.

Speaking to newsmen, the SUG President stressed on how ready he is for the tasking job ahead of him. “I have a lot of responsibilities and a lot of people to protect. I’m the Student Union President and it is not an easy job, but I’m up to the task. I’m ready to role up my sleeves and work. My vision is clear, a vision of joy and that’s what I aim to deliver. Whenever a student have an issue, make sure that it gets to my office, any issue that gets to my office must be tabled, even if I can’t handle it I’ll make sure that it is tackled.” He submitted.

Dignitaries who graced the inauguration include; the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof Chike Nwoha, the Registrar of the University, Chief Ambrose Ugwu, the Dean, Student Affairs, Prof Jude Udenta, the outgoing SUG President, Comrade Donatus Okolieuwa and his Excos, and a host of other top officers of the University.

Members of the new ESUT SUG Execution Council are:

Chiagozie Miracle Ezenwaji
Agozie (Joy is coming)
SUG President

Nebolisa Chidera
ESUT First daughter
Vice President

Imo Joseph Essien
Collabo
Secretary General

Nnamani Vitalis C.
Deymior
Fin. Secretary

Agada Somotochukwu .D
Skido
Public Relations officer.

Onuzulike Chimdindu F.
Madrid Xchange
Director of Socials

Ede Chinwoke Daniel
Investor Dann
Treasurer

Okenwa Chidera Christiana
Tiana-Cee
Liberian

Nwafor Precious C
SEN. NMA
Assistant Secretary General

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By Joseph Joy

Elections into the various positions of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT Postgraduates Students Union Government, SUG will hold on Thursday, December 14, 2023.

The dates for the election were contained in a memo released by the Secretary of the School of Postgraduate Studies, Dannie Chukwuma Uzoigwe and made available to ESUT Monitor.

The memo states that the current Postgraduate Student Union Government tenure has elapsed, prompting a call for nominations from interested postgraduate students. Nomination forms are available at the SPGS office from November 28 to December 5, 2023.

According to the memo, positions open for contention include President, Vice President, Secretary, Assistant Secretary, Financial Secretary, Assistant Financial Secretary, Treasurer, Welfare Officer, and Public Relations Officer (PRO). Eligible nominees must be duly registered postgraduate students from various faculties and departments of the university.

Completed nomination forms must be returned to the Secretary, SPGS, by the close of work on Tuesday, December 9, 2023. Nomination form not returned by this date will not be considered.

The screening of candidates is scheduled for December 12, 2023, and the election will take place on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Prof Julius Onah’s Auditorium.

The university anticipates an active and participatory election process, encouraging the concerned students to take an active role in shaping the future of the Postgraduate Student Union Government, PSUG.

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