University of Port Harcourt Professor Onyee N. Nwankpa Achieves Two Prestigious Milestones in Novembe

Professor Onyee N. Nwankpa of the Department of Music at the University of Port Harcourt has attained notable recognition in research leadership and development studies this November.

On 26 November 2025, he was inaugurated as President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the International Association of Research Scholars and Administrators (IARSA) — a role that underscores his growing influence in scholarly research administration.

The following day, 27 November 2025, Professor Nwankpa was honored with the Nigerian Award for Outstanding Research on Development (ORD) at the Nigerian National Merit Award House in Maitama, Abuja.

These achievements highlight his contributions to research leadership and development studies within Nigeria and internationally.