President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially appointed Chioma Irene Awuzie as the new Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, effective immediately for a five-year term, paving the way for institutional transformation.
This decision follows the recommendation of the Polytechnic’s Governing Council, chaired by Senato Barnabas Gemade, after a transparent and competitive selection process in which Awuzie emerged as the top candidate.
A distinguished academic, Awuzie holds a Doctorate in Physical and Materials Chemistry.
Prior to her new role, she served as a Chief Lecturer in the Department of Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry Option) and was the Director responsible for Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Projects at the Polytechnic. During her tenure, the institution saw remarkable advancements in infrastructure and underwent significant institutional transformation.
Awuzie’s leadership has been characterized by substantial developments across the campuses in Oko, Atani, and Ufuma, fostering vibrant environments conducive to academic excellence and innovation.
Her Fellowships with the Chemical Society of Nigeria, the Institute of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria, and the Institute of Corporate Administration encapsulate her expertise in science and sustainability. Notably, she played a crucial role in drafting the Renewable Energy Technology curriculum for Nigerian Polytechnics, currently administered by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
Throughout her career, Awuzie has held various leadership positions, including Head of the Department of Renewable Energy Research and Development, Director of the Petroleum, Coal, and Renewable Energy Research Unit, and Director of International Higher Education Academic Organizations. She has also served as Coordinator for Technical, Vocational Education, and Training (TVET).
Awuzie is well-prepared for her new responsibilities, having undergone training in Higher Education Management at the Galilee International Management Institute (GIMI) in Israel.
Beyond her professional achievements, Awuzie’s humanitarian efforts are evident through the Chioma Awuzie Foundation, which aims to empower youth, women, and underserved communities through education, skill training, and economic initiatives.
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