Peter Obi Supports Scholarship At Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University’s Inaugural Lecture

By Valentin Obienyem

Professor Chinyere Stella Okunna, Professor Patrick Obi, and Mr. Valentine Obienyem attended the 25th Inaugural Lecture Series at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, representing Mr. Peter Obi, a well-known advocate for education and scholarship.

The highly anticipated lecture was delivered by Professor Ngozi Theresa Chuma-Udeh, a scholar celebrated for her exceptional academic achievements.

Professor Chuma-Udeh, holding dual doctorates in Education Administration and English, has been lauded as a “luminous example of intellectual dedication and academic distinction.” Her impressive academic portfolio includes a B.A.Ed. (Hons.), M.Ed. (Educational Administration), Ph.D. (Educational Administration), M.A. (English), and Ph.D. (English).

The atmosphere at the university was one of eager anticipation, with the hall meticulously prepared for the event. Attendees awaited the ceremonial procession that heralded the arrival of Professor Chuma-Udeh, a tradition linking contemporary scholars to the university’s rich history and heritage.

As Mr. Obi’s representatives observed, the inaugural lecture represents more than just a simple transfer of information. It symbolises the “consecration of a scholar’s journey into the fellowship of learning,” a moment of shared knowledge and a solemn commitment to the continued pursuit of truth. Professor Chuma-Udeh’s complex theme, “The Algorithms of the Be-side Construct: Transcending the Quandaries of Equality to Dynamic Equipoise,” was expected to be dissected with insightful clarity, further enriching the understanding of those present.

Following the lecture, Professor Chuma-Udeh was inaugurated as a “super professor” by Vice-Chancellor Professor Kate Omenugha. Furthermore, according to the Master of Ceremonies and University Orator, the lecture also signified Professor Chuma-Udeh’s installation as a “high chief” within the academic community, further solidifying her position as a leading figure in the institution.

“On behalf of Mr. Peter Obi, we heartily congratulate Professor Ngozi Therese Chuma-Udeh on this milestone achievement,” stated Professor Okunna. “May her voice in today’s lecture continue to inspire not only students and colleagues but also the wider society that depends on the wisdom of the academy for its renewal.”

Mr. Obi’s representation at the event underscores his unwavering commitment to supporting education and recognising the contributions of distinguished scholars like Professor Chuma-Udeh. The event was a landmark occasion, celebrating intellectual achievement and reaffirming the importance of academic pursuits in shaping a better future.