The Imo House of Assembly has commended the Governor, Hope Uzodimma, for the establishment of Imo University of Science, Innovation and Technology, Omuma
The House said this following a motion by the Chief Whip, Mr Chigozie Nwaneri (APC-Oru East), during a plenary session on Thursday in Owerri.
Nwaneri, while presenting the motion, described university as the best legacy by any government to secure the future of its teeming children as well as the “fulcrum of children’s foundation in life.”
He commended the “selfless determination and singular efforts of Uzodimma to reposition the education sector with not only the provision of basic education infrastructure and other facilities but establishment new tertiary institutions.”
He said that the university that had been approved by the National Universities Commission (UNC) was the new route for development worldwide.
He added that the institution would push the state to the pinnacle of science, innovation, and technology and provide opportunities for research, training, and development globally.
He urged the House to name Uzodimma as the most education friendly governor in Nigeria for securing the necessary approval and recognition by the NUC.
Mr Uba Esile, (APC-Onuimo), described education as the bedrock for development and commended Uzodimma for his efforts to improve the education sector.
The Majority Leader, Mr Kanayo Onyemaechi (Owerri West) and Mr Chisom Ojikwu, (APC-Nkwere) said the recently established university would help the state greatly.
He also called for an award to be presented to the governor to encourage other state governors.
The Deputy Speaker, Mr Amarachi Iwuanyanwu (Nwangele), who presided, directed the Clerk to convey the resolution of the House to the Office of the Governor.
(NAN)
