For his selfless desire to reposition the Education sector in Imo State, including building a knowledge driven economy and establishing new Tertiary Institutions, and having them approved by the National Universities Commission, (NUC), like the Imo State University Of Science, Innovation And Technology, Omuma, the Imo State House Of Assembly has commended Governor Hope Uzodimma.

The House made the commendation during its plenary on Thursday, 06/11/2025, following a Motion moved by the Chief Whip and Member Representing Oru-East State Constituency, Hon Chigozie Nwaneri and Seconded by Hon Chisom Ojukwu, Member Representing Nkwerre State Constituency.

Presenting the Motion, Hon Nwaneri commended the State Governor for improving the Education system in the state, by not only making provision of basic education infrastructure and other facilities, but going ahead to establish new Tertiary Institutions, of which one of them is the Imo State University Of Science, Innovation And Technology, in Omuma, Oru-East Local Government Area.

Hon Chigozie Nwaneri further explained that with the establishment of the University, sons and daughters of the State who are in search of University Admissions, would have a better and secure future, as a University is now by their doorstep. In his words, Hon Chigozie Nwaneri, who is also the House Committee Chairman On Works And Public Accounts said, *”Education is the best legacy any Government will use to secure the future of its teaming children, as well as the fulcrum of children’s foundation in life. With the establishment of this new Tertiary Institution in Omuma, Oru-East, which has gotten the approval of the National Universities Commission (NUC), the academic horizon of the State will broaden and Imo State will be a Hub of scientific innovations and technological advancements, within and outside the country. The new University of Science, Innovation And Technology in Omuma is strategically positioned to push Imo State to the Pinnacle of Science, Innovation And Technology, as it would engender opportunities for research, training and development for use globally. Thanks to Governor Hope Uzodimma for demonstrating that he is an Education Friendly Governor”.*

The Motion was cosponsored by the following lawmakers :

1. Rt Honourable Amara Chyna Iwuanyanwu.

2. Hon Kanayo Onyemaechi.

3. Hon Chisom Ojukwu.

4. Hon Bernard Ndubuisi Ozoemelam.

5. Hon Johnleoba Iheoha.

6. Hon Kelechi Onumajuru Ofurum.

7. Hon James Uba Esile.

8. Hon Emeka Kingsley Ozurumba.

9. Hon Innocent Ikechukwu Ikpamezie.

10. Hon Clinton Amadi.

11. Hon Ikenna Martin Ihezuo.

The Motion received overwhelming support, as the following Honourable Members spoke in unison and praised Governor Uzodimma for this landmark achievement in education :

1. Hon Chief James Uba Esile (Onuimo).

2. Hon Kanayo Onyemaechi, Majority Leader (Owerr-West).

3. Hon Barrister Dominic Ugochukwu Ezerioha (Oru-West).

4. Hon Barrister Chisom Ojukwu (Nkwerre).

Following extensive debate in support of the Motion, the Speaker, represented by the Deputy Speaker, Rt Honourable Amara Chyna Iwuanyanwu, who presided, put it to vote and it was unanimously adopted. Thereafter, he Ruled as follows :

* Be It Resolved By This Honourable House To Congratulate His Excellency Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, Governor Of Imo State, On This Well Deserved Approval And Recognition By The National Universities Commission (NUC).

* Be It Also Resolved By This Honourable House To Name His Excellency Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, Governor Of Imo State, As The Most Education Friendly Governor In Nigeria.

The Clerk was directed to communicate the Resolution of the House to His Excellency the Governor.

Citizen Ikenna Samuelson Iwuoha
06/11/2025