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Six IMSU Law Graduates Bag First Class at the Nigerian Law School

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3 months ago

April 18, 2025

In what has been described as a historic academic feat, six graduates from the Faculty of Law, Imo State University (IMSU) have emerged with First Class honors in the recently released November 2024 Bar Part II examination results by the Nigerian Law School.

The distinguished students—Ekwereike Sunshine, Mezu Ifeanyi, Aretola Ade Daniel, Duru Vera, Iwuoha Amarachi and Obijiaku Precious—have etched their names in gold, not just for themselves but for their alma mater and Imo State at large, as IMSU takes the lead with the highest number of First Class graduates from a single institution.

This outstanding achievement has drawn widespread commendation for the #PeoplesGovernor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, whose administration has continued to demonstrate unwavering commitment to educational development and youth empowerment in the state.

Observers and stakeholders in the education sector have attributed this success to Governor Uzodimma’s consistent financial support to state-owned institutions and his visionary leadership, which has ensured a conducive learning environment and the provision of critical infrastructure and resources for academic excellence.

Under Governor Uzodimma’s watch, Imo State University has seen massive improvements in academic standards, welfare of lecturers, and student empowerment programs. This has evidently translated to global competitiveness for IMSU students and graduates, as reflected in their recent success at the prestigious Nigerian Law School.

Education analysts describe this record-setting performance as a product of deliberate investment and strategic policies of the Uzodimma-led administration, which continues to prioritize human capital development as a core component of the 3R agenda.

With this feat, Imo State has once again reinforced its position as a citadel of academic excellence in Nigeria, thanks to the foresight and support of Governor Hope Uzodimma—a true champion of the Imo youth.

As congratulatory messages pour in from across the country, the achievements of these six young legal scholars remain a beacon of what is possible when visionary leadership meets academic dedication.

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UNIPORT Debunks Python Killing Report

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18 hours ago

July 31, 2025

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Authorities of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) in Rivers State have debunked reports on social media that a python crept into one of its classrooms and was killed by a student.

A video which went viral on social media indicated that a snake had crept into one of the classes during evening lectures. One of the students spotted it and raised an alarm, leading to the reptile’s killing.

But, in a statement issued in Port Harcourt yesterday, UNIPORT’s spokesman, Dr. Sam Kpenu, described the report on social media as misleading, insisting that no snake was killed on the campus.

Kpenu said: “The attention of the University of Port Harcourt management has been drawn to unfounded rumours and misleading social media posts alleging that a ‘big snake’ was killed in one of the classrooms on campus and being described as a deity.

“There is also a voice note in circulation, spreading fear and insinuating doom, further fueling this baseless claim.

“The University wishes to categorically state that these claims are entirely false, baseless, and a figment of the imagination of mischief-makers.

“For the avoidance of doubt, no snake was seen, no snake was killed, and no incident of such nature has occurred anywhere on the University campus.

“This falsehood appears to be the handiwork of individuals seeking cheap popularity, attention, and followership on social media at the expense of the peace and reputation of the University of Port Harcourt.

“The University remains a safe, secure, and conducive environment for learning, research, and all legitimate activities. Management strongly advises members of the public, staff, students, and stakeholders to disregard this fake news in its entirety and desist from sharing such misleading information.

“Appropriate measures have been taken to monitor and report those deliberately spreading these falsehoods to the relevant authorities.

“The University of Port Harcourt urges everyone to rely on official communication channels for authentic information about the institution.”

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Tinubu appoints governing council, principal officers for federal university in Ogoniland

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1 day ago

July 30, 2025

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President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday announced the appointment a new Pro-Chancellor, governing council members, and principal officers of the Federal University of Environment and Technology, Koroma/Saakpenwa, Ogoni in Rivers State.

The appointment was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu’s media aide.

While Prof. Don Mon Baridam, from the South-South, is to serve as the pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Prof. Chinedu Mmom, also from the same geo-political zone is to serve as the vice-Chancellor.

Baridam, a professor of Management with a specialisation in Organizational Behaviour, previously taught at the University of Port Harcourt in Rivers State.

Meanwhile, Mmom, a professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Management at the University of Port Harcourt, was also a former commissioner for education in the state.

The appointed Governing Council, according to Onanuga, comprised a diverse team, with members from different regions of the country.

They are Mr. Emmanuel Onoja from North Central, Mr. Hamid Adekunle from South West, Prof. Chima Oji from South East and Alhaji Abdullahi Magaji Lamda from North West.

President Tinubu appointed a team of professionals to play key roles at the university.

Dr. Mpigi Monday Douglas from the South South will be the Registrar, Zoryii Josco Nwaimanie from the North Central will take on the role of Bursar, and Dr. Saghanen Ntogo G. B. from the South South will be the Librarian.

The new University will admit its first cohort of students in September 2025. President Tinubu signed the bill establishing the University into law on February 3, 2025.

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13 Kwara students of Usman Danfodio varsity injured in auto crash

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1 week ago

July 23, 2025

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Thirteen Kwara State students of Usman Danfodio University, Sokoto, were reportedly injured in an auto-crash which occurred on Yauri-Sokoto expressway in Kebbi State.

Eight of the students sustained varying degrees of bone fractures which will require surgeries.

Five others are to undergo medical treatment all at the Usman Danfodio University Teaching Hospital, in Sokoto.

The driver of the vehicle died in the accident, which occurred while the students were returning to Sokoto, according to a Government House statement in Ilorin on Wednesday.

Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has directed immediate release of funds for medical emergencies for the 13 injured students.

He also sent a get-well-soon message to the students through the Special Assistant on Students Affairs, Wasiu Onidugbe, praying to God to grant the students safe recovery.

“The governor has immediately released N5,250,000.00 to cover the cost of tests, scans, and other procedures and treatments already itemized by the hospital,” according to a statement by the SA Students Affairs.