The Vice Chancellor Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka has inducted 20 people into its pioneer hall of Fame in recognition of their contributions towards the development of the institution in Anambra.
Among those inducted were a businessman, Chief Ignatius Aguowo, Anambra State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike and Deputy Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Hon C.P Okoye.
The ceremony, which took place at the university’s auditorium today, formed part of the 17th convocation ceremony of the university which will climax on December 8, 2023.
The inductees were described as major donors to projects being executed in the various campuses of the university.
The Vice Chancellor of the university, Professor Charles Esimone, who handed the awards to the beneficiaries, said the institution decided to honour those who have partnered with the university one way or the other.
He said: “This is the pioneer award ceremony for the Hall of Fame and we have decided that it will be an annual event.
“The award is in recognition of their contributions towards the development of the university. With their induction, they have become part and parcel of Nnamdi Azikiwe University and we will always invite them to the activities of the university.”
He explained that an edifice will be built as the Hall of Fame where all the inducted people will be displayed.
