By Joseph Joy

Agbani March 10 – In a candid interview with ESUT Monitor, Chiagozie Miracle Ezenwaji, popularly known as Agozie (Joy is coming) recounted his journey from a passionate student with political aspirations to becoming the first-ever Student Union Government (SUG) President from his faculty at the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT).

Reflecting on his path to leadership, Agozie shared, “I started having a passion for politics in my second year when I became acquainted with what was happening in the school. Despite losing the bid for Faculty P.R.O. in my third year, it was a learning experience that fueled my determination to strive for greater things.”

Agozie’s resilience and commitment to leaving a mark on campus led him to actively support previous SUG presidents while serving as Minister for External Affairs under the leadership of Comrade Donatus. His drive to make a difference culminated in organizing a successful competition during his tenor within the school community, showcasing his leadership abilities and organizational skills.

When asked about his motivation to run for SUG President after a setback, Agozie emphasized, “Failing is not the final busstop. I wasn’t discouraged by failure but saw it as an opportunity to learn and grow. My motivation stemmed from a passion to achieve greater things and make a positive impact.”

President Agozie outlined his plans to prioritize the welfare of students through an inclusive government and the establishment of a welfare committee to address students’ concerns effectively. Additionally, he aims to enhance academic welfare by organizing inter-school, interstate, and international competitions to foster student development.

In addressing social amenities, Agozie expressed confidence in collaborative efforts with the university management, government, and non-governmental organizations to secure funding for essential facilities such as electricity and water, ensuring a conducive environment for learning and living on campus.

Maintaining a balance between his political responsibilities and academic pursuits, Comrade Agozie affirmed his commitment to prioritizing his studies while fulfilling his duties as SUG President. He emphasized, “Studying hard remains my primary focus, with the political position serving as an additional responsibility. I understand that failing to prioritize academics could jeopardize both my role as SUG President and my academic pursuits.”

As Chiagozie Miracle Ezenwaji embarks on his tenure as SUG President, his journey exemplifies resilience, vision, and a dedication to serving the student community at ESUT.

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The Enugu State University of Science and Technology’s Students Union Government, SUG President, Comrade Donatus Okolieuwa and other members of the students body and some students were involved in a ghastly road accident, ESUT Monitor can report.

The accident took place on Monday evening around 4pm at the Founders Boulevard road as some members of the SUG executive were rushing a sick student to the hospital.

Confirming the incident, the SUG President, Com. Okolieuwa said he was in the bus along with some of his Executive Council members after they had gone to one of the hostels to rescue an ulcer student who just returned to campus from the Christmas break.

He said the accident occured when the driver attempted to avoid hitting a motorcyclist but lost control adding that some of the students sustained minor injuries except the driver who was rushed to hospital.

“We received a report that a student who had just returned on Sunday, who is also an ulcer patient, started manifesting symptoms. We decided to rush him to the hospital.

“As we were on our way, reaching the Founders Boulevard at the Sky Hostel, a bikeman came with speed. The driver swerved the bus to avoid hitting the bikeman, on the process he lost control of the wheel and the vehicle somersaulted.

“We give glory to God, no life was lost but some sustained minor injuries,” he said.

The President also added that the bus has always served as an ambulance to conveying sick students to hospitals or the school clinic for medical attention especially in emergency situations.

The driver of the bus was the most affected, though not terribly as he was said to have lost conscious before he was rushed to hospital where he was stabilized and discharged the following day.

The SUG President expressed glory to God for sparing the lives of all who were involved.

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