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The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved FULL ACCREDITATION status for 12 Imo State University's (IMSU) matured programmes.

The approval was in a letter from NUC, addressed to the Vice Chancellor of Imo State, dated 30th April 2025, with reference number NUC/ES/412/VOL. 14/387, signed by Engr. Abraham Chundusu, The Acting Director of Accreditation, for Executive Secretary. The letter reads in parts:- "In line with section 10(1) of the Education Act, CAP E3, Law of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004, the Commission organized the Accreditation of academic programmes at Imo State University, Owerri, in February/March 2025. The programmes accredited are as follows:"

1). M.Sc Accounting

2). M.Sc Business Management

3). M.Sc Marketing

4). Public Administration

5). Architecture

6). Human Anatomy

7). Physiology

8). Education Fine and Applied Arts

9). Education Igbo

10). Chemical Engineering

11). Petroleum and Gas Engineering

12). Estate Management

This implies that the FULL ACCREDITATION STATUS of the above programmes at Imo State University is valid for 5 years.

Imo State University under the watch of Professor Uchefula U. Chukwumaeze, SAN, FCArb, has become a great source of pride for the entire Imo people. The University's Management Team under his leadership has repositioned, reenergized, and almost rebranded Imo State University, and has continued to instill the efficiency and all-round discipline required to move the University forward.

It is imperative to underscore the fact that Professor Chukwumaeze's purposeful administration, which is anchored on providing corrupt-free and quality leadership, as well as a conducive academic environment for the generation and fertilization of creative ideas and knowledge, has recorded unprecedented successes. This is manifested in the successful accreditation programmes, and IMSU students' successful outings at both regional, national, and international levels.

While expressing his joy at the good news from the results of the recently released NUC's Accreditation Programme, he thanked the Visitor to the University, His Excellency, The Executive Governor of Imo State, Distinguished Senator Dr. Hope Uzodimma, CON, (Onwa), for his regular support to the Imo State University, in various aspects.

Onyekachi A Nwaozor,

Ag. Public Relations Officer,

Imo State University, Owerri.

IMO STATE UNIVERSITY, OWERRI.

REJOINDER

The attention of Imo State University Management has been drawn to a publication circulating online with a misleading caption, "IMSU Boils As Vc Dares Uzodimma Over Gov's Amnesty Granted to Over 250 Nursing Science Students, Challenges Governor's Power to Grant Pardon".

Both the caption and the story itself are not only misleading but also falsification of facts.

We therefore wish to set the records straight as follows:

1. That these group of people that are taking laws into their own hands thereby disturbing the peaceful atmosphere in the University are some fake Students who are parading themselves as Students of Imo State University, as well as some bonafide Students of the University who transferred themselves to another Department without authorization.

2. In obedience to the directive of His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodinma, the Management of Imo State University, set up a Committee to determine the status of those affected by the alleged change of Programme.

3. This matter is not limited to Nursing Science alone as it cuts across all departments of the university. Every other Department in the University affected, including Law, obeyed the directive, except in the Nursing Science Department, that these unruly Students resorted to violence.

4. The Committee met and developed a Form that was issued to those concerned, for free, which lasted from Friday, March 27, 2025, to Thursday, April 3, 2025.

5. JAMB Admission Letter, IMSU Admission Letter, Copy of Duly filled and signed change of course form, Evidence of all School Fees paid, Last Sessional results before the attempted change and after the change, Evidence of clearance Form from Faculty Officer, as well as a letter of Undertaking duly signed by the candidate not to be involved in any fraudulent act or admission racketeering, were listed as documents to be submitted alongside the Form for scrutiny.

6. After careful scrutiny, a list of bonafide Students with the approved departments and levels was published, as well as a list of those not approved for change, but were advised to resume in their originally admitted Programme/Course.

7. To allow them room to adjust to their new Departments and set, Management postponed examination for 2 weeks 

8. Furthermore, a list of Fake Students whose names are not anywhere in the university's admission database, who have been parading themselves as Students of Imo State University, were equally published and advised to stop deceiving themselves as they are strangers to the University 

9. This malicious publication is the handwork of enemies of progress who are directly or indirectly affected by the sanitization going on in the university over the last few years as well as those who are not happy with the achievements recorded so far by the Management of Imo State University, under the able leadership of Professor U. U. Chukwumaeze, SAN, FCArb, 

10. The general public is hereby advised to disregard the misleading publication because those behind it are victims of fraudsters and those who have bluntly refused to adapt to the positive change going on in the University, daily.

11. Imo State University as an institution committed to excellence can not bow to such a cheap blackmail.

12. This refusal seeks to protect the integrity and reputation of Imo State University and its Vice-Chancellor, Professor U. U. Chukwumaeze, SAN, FCArb, and to set the records straight.

Onyekachi Nwaozor,

Ag. Public Relations Officer

Imo State University, Owerri.

23-04-2025.

As a way of expressing their gratitude to His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, CON, (Onwa), the Executive Governor of Imo State, and as a confirmation of the quality teaching and learning they received from Imo State University (IMSU), Six Law graduates of Imo State University: Obijiaku Precious, Ifeanyichukwu Mezu, Duru Daberechi Vera, Ekwerike Sunshine, Bisi-Aretola Daniel Adeolu, and Iwuoha Amarachi Nmasinachi have made First Class, the remaining made Second Class Upper Division and Second Class Lower Division in the November 2024 Bar II of the Nigerian Law School. No Imo State University Law graduate made Pass or Fail.

As part of Governor Uzodimma's resolve to develop the education sector in Imo State and to encourage scholarship, his Shared Prosperity government paid the Law School Fees of all eligible Imo State University Law graduates, for November 2024 Bar II. Imo State Government under Senator Hope Uzodimma, considers education a fundamental investment towards development.

By providing corrupt-free and quality leadership, as well as a conducive academic environment for the generation and fertilization of creative ideas and knowledge, the Vice-Chancellor of Imo State University, Professor Uchefula U. Chukwumaeze, SAN, FCArb, and his Management Team dutifully keyed into the Shared Prosperity philosophy of Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma's government.

Upon assumption of office, Professor Chukwumaeze, SAN, FCArb, a seasoned lawyer, academic, and administrator per excellence, met a decayed and dying citadel of learning. After diligent efforts with the support of Governor Hope Uzodimma, the University has gradually been revived. Any progressive-minded stakeholder of the university can gladly say today that IMSU is back on track both in vision and capacity.

It is imperative to underscore the fact here that, Professor Chukwumaeze is one of the very few Vice-Chancellors in Nigeria (not up to 10) that still goes to class to teach. The result we are celebrating today is the evidence of the Vice-Chancellor's entering the class, teaching the students, while at the same time doing the work of a Vice-Chancellor. This is unprecedented in the history of Imo State University.

Imo State University under the watch of Professor Chukwumaeze has become a great source of pride for the entire Imo people, and as a leading citadel of learning in Nigeria. He is working hard to ensure that IMSU is among the best Universities in the world.

Professor Chukwumaeze and his Management Team have repositioned, reenergized, and almost rebranded Imo State University, and have continued to instill the efficiency and all-round discipline required to move the University forward.

The Vice-Chancellor, therefore, stated that it is a thing of great delight for the Imo State University community that her students have continued to blaze the trail as shown in the latest record-breaking Six First Class from one institution, at the Nigerian Law School.

He however, congratulated the students for making Imo State, Imo State Government, Imo State University, and their families proud, and urged them to continue to be the shining Stars of their generation, adding that as the ambassadors of Imo State University, they have to keep the light that has been enkindled in them, ever burning.

Onyekachi A Nwaozor, is,

The Ag. Public Relations Officer,

Imo State University, Owerri.

The Imo State University (IMSU) Students from the Faculty of Engineering have emerged as national best after beating 80 students from 40 Universities in a national competition.

This was announced on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, during a presentation visit which took place in the Vice-Chancellor's office, led by the Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Professor A. U. Iwuoha, in company of two lecturers from the Faculty, Engineer Daniel Isiohia, Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Engineer Happiness Emeribe, Students Project Coordinator, as well as the students.

According to the Dean, the Award-winning Students participated in the Renewable Energy Competition hosted by the Consumer Advocacy and Empowerment Foundation (CADEF) in collaboration with Jacob Ladder African (JLA), which took place in the last quarter of 2024.

He stated that the 40 Universities across Nigeria that participated in the competition include, LASU, UNILAG, FUTMINNA, OAU, UNICAL, KWASU, and UNIILORIN amongst others that made it to the Last stage.

Speaking further, Professor Iwuoha said that the competition passed through different stages, and the last stage had 11 Universities. After the Presentations, IMSU Students came FIRST.

In his reaction, The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Uchefula U. Chukwumaeze, SAN, FCArb, stated, "In all sincerity, I am proud of the IMSU Faculty of Engineering. I was not even the Vice-Chancellor of this University when I told my son to go and read Engineering in this school because I have seen the quality of lecturers there".

Speaking further, he said, "It is not how big, but how well". The team of lecturers in the Faculty of Engineering of this school are doing very well and have continued to show commitment in all aspects. I am pleased with the team. He also expressed his pleasure with the students for making the university proud.

He congratulated the students for their successful outing and urged them to keep the flag flying. He also advised them to avoid any form of Social Vices so that the devil would not destroy God's given talents in them. 

The Award-winning Students are: 

1. Emmanuel Ikenna  James 

2. Offiong Wisdom Moses

3. Mmesoma Precious Opara

4. Amarachi Cristabel Udemba

The Vice-Chancellor of Imo State University (IMSU) Owerri, Professor Uchefula U. Chukwumaeze, SAN, FCArb, has tasked students to shut deviant behaviors and other vices that could expose them to danger.

He stated this while delivering his address at the Imo State University's 32nd Matriculation Ceremony, 2024/2025 Academic Session, which was held on Friday, March 28, 2025, at 10.00 am. 

The Vice-Chancellor informed the students that the ceremony marks their official entry into IMSU as a citadel of learning. They have also been formally admitted to embark on the journey towards attaining their Career goals and objectives. He, however, urged them not to be carried away by the euphoria of the ceremony.

Professor Chukwumaeze also advised the students to always remember that the distance between the ceremony and the convocation ceremony is quite wide and it's important that the journey ends successfully, and the determination of when and how their convocation ceremony will start immediately.

Speaking further, he told the students that they are students of a prestigious University that places priority on the continuous provision of quality learning in a serene environment, producing highly intellectual graduates with reputable character worldwide.

The Vice-Chancellor Revealed that IMSU achieved 100% Success in 34 NUC and professional accreditations in November 2023, and another 12 this year. He also hinted that the University's Law students were rated second best in last year's NDDC Moot-Court competition in the whole South-East and South-South, after taking first position in the one held in 2023. 

The Engineering Students of the University also emerged second best in the 2024 Tertiary Institutions Student Energy Pitch Competition in the whole Federation, adding that the matriculating students have entered into a remarkable University that knows what "Excellence in Service means".

He highlighted that, at the University, students are trained to be worthy in both character and learning and that all students must abide by the University's rules and regulations, insisting that the University has zero tolerance for cultism, examination malpractices, hooliganism, thuggery, homosexuality and other acts that are not in conformity with societal norms.

Professor Chukwumaeze made it clear that he runs an open-door policy. He invited the students to use the opportunity and bring all their complaints to him directly or reach out to him at: talktoimsuvc@gmail.com.

He however wished all matriculating students a hitch-free academic sojourn at the Imo State University, Owerri, thanking the University Management, Parents, Guardians, and other guests for gracing the event.

The decentralized matriculation which took place at various Faculties of the University and Institute for Continuing Education Programme (ICEP) had about 8,000 admitted as regular students to study various courses in the University, and 541 admitted to ICEP for either weekend program or evening program.

The Vice-Chancellor of Imo State University, Professor Uchefula U. Chukwumaeze, SAN, FCArb, has charged 400/500 level students of the university to be Intentional in their career path choices.

He made the statement during the second edition of the Imo State University (IMSU) career day which was tagged "Intentionality in Career Path Choices": Building Positive Career Mindset and Aptitude for Success. The decentralized event took place on Thursday, March 13, 2025, in all Faculties.

While making his opening remarks, the IMSU VC stated that the University Management under his leadership considered it expedient to inculcate Career Service Development (CSD) courses in the academic curriculum of the university, to mentor and groom IMSU students for the challenging world of work, adding that the university is proud that the gains of the exposure have been innumerable.

He explained that the program affords the students an opportunity to have a hands-on, practical connection with both the alumni and other successful industry experts, who are willing to share their personal experiences and provide much-needed support to the university's soon-to-be graduates. 

Professor Chukwumaeze stressed that the theme of Intentionality is apt as society today is faced with the sad reality of unplanned career-path journeys. He expressed worry that some students at the time of taking their degree examinations do not have a clear sense of direction of the path to tow after their NYSC experience which results in taking whatever life throws at them, without any self-will or predetermined choices.

He explained that Intentionality in Career Path Choices demands and recommends a conscious, purposeful, and guided decision, that aligns with and complements the values, interests, and innate competencies of the job-seeker, which is opposed to gaining employment by chance.

The IMSU Vice-Chancellor, a Professor of Law, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), and Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Arbitrators (FCArb), emphasizes that the Management of IMSU under his leadership are committed to developing well-balanced graduates who have an unshakable determination and are self-aware, ensuring personal growth and development.

While encouraging the students to reflect on their actions and choices, he reminded them that these have implications shortly. He therefore appreciated all the Departmental Career Officers as well as the Deans who have taken up the responsibility of career grooming of the students, assuring them that their labour will not be in vain. He also appreciated all the guests and speakers for living up to their role of Corporate Social Responsibility in molding the students into the high-value employees of tomorrow.

Earlier in her keynote address, the pioneer Director of IMSU Career Services Unit (CSU), Prof. Oby Nnamocha hinted that the Career Service Development (CSD), designated as 100-level and 400/500-level courses are compulsory for first and final-year students, designed to guide along career paths consistent with real-life job situations.

She stated that, as students wind up their journey at school, it is important to drum up their interests in the specific aspect of their disciplines of study in which they intend to build a successful career, noting that no career is superior to the other, rather, each should align with the graduate's self-image, capabilities and interest. 

The CSD Director revealed that the career day program affords students an opportunity for a glimpse into the world of work, encouraging them to explore positively identified career paths, as well as to reduce the uncertainties in the minds of the graduating students and provide answers to several questions about work-life as well as serve as a link to employability in the shortest time possible.

While thanking the Vice-Chancellor, Prof U. U. Chukwumaeze, SAN, FCArb, for availing the students of the opportunity, she saluted the Vice-Chancellor's visionary leadership together with the university management team. She also expressed gratitude to all the resource persons and lecturers for making time and other resources in order to mentor the students. 

The CSD Director, however, expressed appreciation to all the Departmental Career Officers who mentor the students in addition to their academic workload. She expressed hope that the event would benefit the graduating students and guide them in making intentional career path decisions.

A team set up by the Vice-Chancellor,  comprising: The Director of the Career Services Unit, Professor Oby Nnamocha, The Director of Academic Planning, Professor Aham Ikwumezie, The Director of the Institution for Continuing Education Programme (ICEP) and Evening Studies, Professor M. I. Nwachukwu, The Director of Quality Assurance, Professor K. C. Otiwu, and the Acting Public Relations Officer, Mr. Onyekachi A. Nwaozor, went round the whole Faculties to monitor the event.

In a landmark effort against corruption, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Udom Emmanuel, the former governor of Akwa Ibom State, on suspicions of a large N700 billion scam. This development is a key milestone in Nigeria's continuing battle against financial wrongdoing.

Udom Emmanuel was Akwa Ibom State's governor from 2015 until 2023. During his term, he was in charge of handling the state's finances, including Federation Account allocations. However, claims have emerged that Emmanuel's administration was riddled with financial irregularities including money laundering, diversion of cash, and theft.

The charges against Emmanuel were made to the EFCC by the Network Against Corruption and Trafficking (NACAT), a civil society organization. According to the petition, Emmanuel's government got around N3 trillion from the Federation Account for eight years. However, when he left the government, he reportedly left behind a debt profile of N500 billion and outstanding pending projects of N300 billion. Most crucially, Emmanuel is accused of failing to account for N700 billion, raising major worries about financial mismanagement and probable theft.

On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, Emmanuel accepted the EFCC's request to discuss these charges. He arrived at the EFCC offices in Abuja at 12:30 p.m. and was promptly apprehended. The EFCC's investigation has revealed major financial activities, including the removal of N31 billion in cash from an account called "Office of the Governor" between 2019 and 2023. These results have raised suspicions of financial wrongdoing and are critical to the current inquiry.

The imprisonment of a former governor on such severe charges sends a powerful message about the need for responsibility in public service. It emphasizes the EFCC's duty to hold public authorities accountable for their conduct, especially those involving the administration of public monies. The case also emphasizes the role of civil society groups in monitoring government and reporting questionable behavior.

The news of Emmanuel's incarceration has elicited diverse emotions in Nigeria. Some have praised the decision as a crucial step in the fight against corruption, while others have questioned the political intentions behind the arrest. Given the possible ramifications for political accountability and openness in government, the case will undoubtedly be keenly observed.

The EFCC's arrest of Udom Emmanuel signals a watershed point in Nigeria's ongoing anti-corruption campaign. As investigations continue, it is unclear how this case will play out and what ramifications it may have for the country's governance and accountability. The EFCC's actions remind that public officials must maintain high levels of integrity and openness and that claims of financial impropriety will be properly probed.