Federal Polytechnic Oko Rector, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, Honoured with Chieftaincy Title in Imo State

History was made on Friday, December 26, 2025, as the Rector of Federal Polytechnic Oko, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, was conferred with a prestigious chieftaincy title by the King of Lude Ahiara Autonomous Community, Imo State.

The traditional honour was bestowed by His Royal Highness, Eze Cyril O. Uwaoma, PhD, who conferred on Dr. Awuzie the revered title of Nwanyikaibeya I of Lude, in recognition of her outstanding service to humanity and impactful leadership.

According to the monarch, the honour reflects Dr. Awuzie’s remarkable contributions to human capacity development, her unwavering commitment to empowerment, and the positive influence she continues to have on individuals and communities across Imo State and beyond.

Dr. Awuzie’s leadership as Rector has been widely acknowledged for embodying excellence, compassion, service, and purpose, values that extend beyond the academic environment into broader societal development.

The ceremony attracted traditional rulers, community leaders, academics, and well-wishers who celebrated the Rector’s achievements and her growing legacy of impact.

The chieftaincy title further affirms Dr. Awuzie’s standing as a visionary leader whose work continues to inspire meaningful change and uplift communities.