Rector of Federal Polytechnic Oko Honoured with Prestigious Title

The Rector of Federal Polytechnic Oko, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, has been conferred with the title of "Mmiri Doro Edo" of Orumba North Local Government Area.

The honour was bestowed upon her in recognition of her outstanding academic excellence and scholarship, human resource, and educational development.

The title was conferred upon Dr. Awuzie during the grand celebration of Orumba North at 34, held on August 27, 2025, at the local government parade ground. The event was marked with pomp and pageantry, with several dignitaries in attendance.

Dr. Helen Nnabuenyi, Desk Officer, Tetfund Federal Polytechnic Oko, represented the Rector at the event. She appreciated the leadership and traditional council of the local government for the recognition, pledging that Federal Polytechnic Oko will continue to partner with Orumba North LGA for mutual benefit.

Other notable individuals honoured during the ceremony included Mayor of the local government, Barr. Capt Casmir Nwafor (rtd), who was conferred with the title of "Ikoro Dikeora Orumba".

The event featured the unveiling of the statue of Prof. Humphrey Nwosu at the local government secretariat, commissioning of the pavilion named after the first chairman of the local government, and cultural performances. The occasion was an opportunity for the local government to reflect on its achievements and progress over the years.