House Committee on Education Extends Support to COOU New Acting VC

In a courtesy visit underscoring collaboration and a commitment to quality education, the House Committee on Education, led by Hon. Anayo Okapaleke, visited Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) to meet with its recently appointed Ag. Vice Chancellor, Prof. Kate Azuka Omenugha, FNIPR. The visit, which took place on Wednesday, 7th February 2024, marked an important step towards fostering partnerships for sustainable educational development in Anambra State.

During the meeting, Hon. Anayo Okapaleke commended Prof. Kate Azuka Omenugha on her recent appointment and expressed the committee's high expectations of her leadership. Highlighting her past contributions as the former Commissioner of Education, he emphasized the pivotal role she is poised to play in shaping the future trajectory of COOU. The committee, representing the 8th Assembly of the State House, extended warm congratulations to Prof. Omenugha, affirming their confidence in her capabilities.

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Joining in the accolades, Hon. Emma Nwafor reiterated the significance of Prof. Omenugha's commitment to education, citing her as a driving force in Anambra State's educational landscape. He pledged unwavering support from the 8th Assembly towards the university's advancement under her stewardship.

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In response, Prof. Kate Azuka Omenugha expressed gratitude for the committee's visit and acknowledged their role in enhancing COOU's reputation. Reflecting on her two-month tenure, she emphasized the urgent need for collective action to address the university's agenda. Prof. Omenugha underscored the importance of depoliticizing education and urged unified efforts towards achieving the institution's goals.

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The visit signals a promising collaboration between COOU and the House Committee on Education, laying the groundwork for transformative initiatives aimed at fostering sustainable qualitative education for the people of Anambra State.