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The Chief Judge of Ebonyi State, Justice Elvis Ngene, on Friday, 6th October, 2023 inaugurated the newly completed Moot Court and Library facility of the Faculty of Law, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State.

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Justice Elvis Ngene (C), flanked by Rep. of VC, Prof. Abel Ezeoha and invited dignitaries cutting the ribbon to inaugurate the Moot Court and Law Library


Speaking at the event, the Chief Judge, charged the law students to be deliberate in developing a refined mooting and advocacy skills necessary for insightful investigations, which are important for legal practice; commending them for their sterling performance during the moot court session.

He noted that Moot Court and Library are two major facilities that provide Faculty of Law with the proper equipment for the training of competent legal practitioners, while urging the lecturers to make good use of the facilities to groom the students into competent legal minds.

Justice Ngene further commended the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Sunday Elom, for the significant progress the university has made under his watch, adding that AE-FUNAI is no doubt one of the fastest growing universities in the country.

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VC Rep, Prof. Abel Ezeoha delivering his welcome remarks at the event


Earlier in his welcome remarks, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Elom, represented by the Deputy Vice- Chancellor Administration, Prof. Abel Ezeoha, stated that mooting sessions and Library help students to improve their research abilities and skills in adapting to sudden situations and in dealing with uncomfortable scenarios hence, the purpose of building an ultra-modern Moot Court and Library for the Law Faculty.

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A section of the Moot Court
He averred that the two facilities respectively, will enable the university to set standard and train the students to become legal practitioners that will contribute in nation building.

He further extoled the Chief Judge and the former governor of Ebonyi State, His Excellency, Chief Martin Nwanchor Elechi for making out time to honor the invitation to the event, while also commending the students for their academic excellence so far.

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Ag. Dean, Faculty of Law, Barr. Esseni Udu, making his opening remarks at the event
The facilities would help in preparing the Students to graduate in record time as well as prepare them for law School.

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Some book shelves in the library
He therefore, pleaded for more support from the university management and guests in providing more relevant books needed in the library to meet the requirements of the Council for Legal Education.

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Rep. of Ebonyi State Governor, Barr. Dr. Ben Odoh speaking at the event


In his goodwill message, the Ebonyi State Governor, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonnaya Nwifuru, who was represented by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Dr. Ben Odoh, congratulated the University management for the massive structures they built for the students.

He further encouraged the students to take their studies seriously to achieve their aim, stressing that all they needed to excel in their career were already on ground, even as he pledged to continually assist the university to achieve more.

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HE, Chief Martin Elechi, former Govenor of Ebonyi State speaking at the event


Other speakers at the event were the former Governor of Ebonyi state, HE, Chief Martin Elechi and the State Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Prof Amari Omaka, who both expressed their satisfactions on the level of academic and infrastructural development in the University.

Highlights of the event was a Moot Court session by students of the Faculty which drew astounding ovations from guests.

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Rep. of VC, Prof. Abel Ezeoha in a group photograph with the Chief Judge, Ebonyi State, Justice Elvis Ngene, dignitaries and other judges that accompanied the CJ to the event

Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike and Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki, have pledged to foster closer collaboration for the seamless and efficient training of medical and allied medical students of the University.

This landmark decision was reached recently when the new Chief Medical Director, AE-FUTHA, Prof. Robinson Chukwudi Onoh paid a courtesy visit on the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Sunday Oge Elom.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom (R) in a partnership handshake with CMD, AE-FUTHA, Prof. Robinson Onoh during the visit


While welcoming the visitors to the university, Prof. Elom noted that AE-FUNAI and AE-FUTHA have come a long way, stating that the Memorandum of Understanding between the two institutions was signed in 2018, adding that the relationship has been smooth and fruitful, even as he pledged to ensure that the collaboration is sustained and expanded to other mutually-benefitting areas.



The Vice-Chancellor explained that the establishment of a College of Medicine and the decision to commence the running of some allied medical programmes like Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Human Nutrition and Dietetics in the university was one of his cardinal goals when he assumed office in 2021, vowing that before the completion of his tenure, that Pharmacy would also be mounted in the institution.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom speaking during the event


He implored the CMD to assist the university in providing some of their medical doctors to work in the university clinic in locus basis in order to beef-up the number of medical personnel available in the institution, and thereby providing all-round and quality Medicare to staff, students and even some members of the host communities. He further assured that the university would provide some financial support to the doctors to enable them discharge their duties willingly and professionally.

Prof. Elom also requested that the CMD intervenes on the issues of delays in attending to the medical requests of clinical students at the hospital by ensuring that the clinical and other students that would be intermittently referred to the teaching hospital are giving timely attention.

In concluding, the Vice-Chancellor informed the CMD and team that the NUC Resource verification results for 7 new programmes including Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science and Nutrition & Dietetics were being awaited.

Earlier, the CMD, Prof. Onoh had commended the Vice-chancellor for sustaining the existing partnership between the two federal institutions, stressing that the gigantic structures that are being erected for medical students at both AE-FUTHA 1 and 2 shows that he is interested in the growth and development of the hospital, while also pressing for closer interactions and collaborations through the sharing of resources especially in the training of medical and para-medical students and treatment of patients.

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CMD, AE-FUTHA,Prof. Robinson Onoh speaking during the courtesy visit


He further called for the expansion of the Memorandum of Understanding between the sister-organizations, noting that it is being emulated by other universities in Nigeria in the running of medical colleges.

Prof. Onoh also assured that the teaching hospital was eager to support and collaborate closely with the university management, and reiterated the importance of understanding, team work and team spirit among all stakeholders in the successful turning-out of competent medical students, and treatment of patients. He therefore assured that the hospital has all it takes to take care of any number of students that come into the hospital for clinical training.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom (4th R) in a group photograph with the CMD, AE-FUTHA, Prof. Robinson Onoh (4th L) and Management team of the teaching hospital during the visit

AE-FUNAI DEPARTMENTS OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND PHYSICS DONATE OFFICE EQUIPMENT TO VARSITY
As part of their contributions to the growth and development of the university, the Departments of Computer Science, and Physics, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike. Ebonyi State, have donated some office equipment comprising of office tables, conference table, public address system, chairs and stools to the institution.

Speaking while receiving the items, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sunday Elom noted that the donations provided by the two departments would ensure that staff and students work and study under very conducive academic environment, adding that when lecturers are comfortable in their offices, it makes their job of teaching easier.

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Rep of VC, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga (3rd L), SA to VC, Dr. Chukwuma Ekpe (1st L) in a group photograph with some staff of the Department of Physics led by their Head, Dr. Arthur Nwachukwu (4th L) during the presentation of the items


The Vice-Chancellor who was represented at the presentation event by his deputy in charge of academic, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga, maintained that lecturers will be able to keep office hours with their students and be involved in academic advising and counselling of students, stressing that a good working environment is a contributing factor to the productivity of academic staff.

He also noted that he was encouraged and inspired by the gestures of the two departments as it stresses the importance of civic action and public service, and therefore urged other departments and faculties in the university to contribute in some ways to the public good as the university cannot do it alone.

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VC Rep, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga (4th R) and SA to VC, Dr. Chukwuma Ekpe (4th L) in a group photograph with some staff of the Department of Computer Science led by the Head,Dr. Ifeanyi Achi (2nd R) during the presentation of the items


The Vice-Chancellor further thanked the staff and students of the two departments for their thoughtfulness and magnanimity in going out of their way to make the donations in spite of the prevailing harsh economic climate in the country.

Speaking on the rationale for the donations, Dr. Ifeanyi Achi and Dr. Arthur Nwachukwu of Computer Science and Physics respectively, noted that the items were procured from the proceeds of their departmental laboratory manuals, adding that they decided to plough it back into their departments to augment the efforts of the university management.

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Some of the laboratory tools on display


They added that they have come to the realization of the fact that management alone cannot adequately run the university without the collaborative efforts of other people, stressing that as the reaccreditation exercise of the university’s programmes by the National Universities Commission approaches, all hands must be on deck to ensure that all the programmes that were due for reaccreditation are fully reaccredited by the regulatory body.

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Conference table and chairs


The Department of Computer Science made the following donations: retiling of the computer laboratory, construction of 50 iron laboratory stools, one printer, one photocopier, two public address system and 25 sizeable office tables while the Department of Physics donated the under-listed items: Furnishing of departmental seminar room and provision of 10 desks and 20 chairs.

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A photocopier

As plans near advanced stage for the implementation of blended learning in its academic activities, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, has organized a one-week intensive online training for its academic staff on the use of Learning Management System.
Declaring the training programme open, the Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sunday Elom, noted that the training was geared towards building the capacities of academic staff to enable them be in tune with 21st century teaching methodologies, especially in the development and use of the Learning Management System for teaching.
AE-FUNAI VC, Prof. Sunday Elom
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The capacity building programme was organized under the auspices of the Partnership Program for Enhanced and Blended Learning (PEBL), West Africa, which started in 2021; aimed at supporting partner-universities to build capacity through training and development of quality-assured, credit-bearing blended courses.
The Coordinator, Partnership for Enhanced and Blended Learning (PEBL) in the university, Prof. Dr. Johnny Ogunji, applauded the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Elom for approving the Expanded On-line Training for all academic staff on the use of university Moodle LMS for academic purposes, adding that the position of the university management on switching to Blended Learning mode was commendable.
He noted that 50% of the University’s academic staff have already been trained but there is need to train more, stating that over 344 staff registered for the On-line training held from 18th – 25th September, 2023.

While sharing her experience during the training, Dr. Maria Obiageli Nwodo, highlighted some challenges which may hinder the smooth operation of LMS Moodle to include: lack of stable internet, inadequate ICT personnel, lack of self-regulation and responsibility as well as learners not having basic digital literacy.

She opined that adding of real courses on the university’s LMS and sharing of instructional materials/ videos URL through You tube will encourage open communication, sharing of experiences and understanding of the Moodle better.

In the same vain, Nwaji Azubuike Raphael, while drawing a conclusive report of the training, stated that AE-FUNAI was among the 12 partner-Universities selected by the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) to participate in the two-year capacity strengthening project PEBL WA PROJECT in 2021, adding that selected staff were trained and 11 staff of the university were successfully certified as facilitators hence, the need to train other staff, stressing that in all about 1,000 participants have been trained on the use of LMS.
He noted that the objective was to cascade the training and equip participants with capacity and skills to handle blended learning content development and creation of resources on LMS.
He further added that the training was a chain reaction as trained staff are expected to train others as well as provide technical support at the developmental level.
Highlights of the event was award of certificates to the participants who successfully completed the training programme and the tasks.

This is to inform the general public especially prospective candidates that the deadline for the 2023/2024 Admissions oline registration of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi.State, has been moved from Saturday, 30th September, 2023 to Sunday, 29th October, 2023

Note that registration of students for the PUTME shall cease by 11.59pm on 29th October, 2023.

Be also informed that NO FURTHER REGISTRATION WOULD BE ALLOWED beyond this new deadline.

The general public should, please take note.

Elom Iyke Ubochi
PRO

AE-FUNAI SPGS HOLDS ORIENTATION PROGRAMME FOR NEW POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS
The Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, School of Postgraduate Studies, has conducted an orientation exercise for new students in the 2022/2023 academic session.

This is to acquaint the students with the necessary procedures and regulations governing the programme and to motivate them to perform at a high-level, and thus minimize cases of delayed graduation, failures and mistakes that could arise from ignorance.

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VC Rep, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga declaring the event open


Declaring the event open, the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Sunday Elom, who was represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga, congratulated the new intakes, noting that the orientation programme was necessary as it provides students with the needed information to enable them function effectively in the University.

He said, “as a student, having passed through the rigorous admission process to be here, I urge you not to relent”, adding that the University is working on improving its postgraduate education both in quality and quantity for better outcomes.

He also advised them to be serious with their studies in order to achieve a 100 percent completion rate, and therefore make it to the graduation list in record time.

The Vice-Chancellor further noted that the beauty of the university’s postgraduate programme is that students graduate on schedule; 3 years for Ph.D full time, 3 semesters for Masters’ and 2 semesters for Postgraduate Diploma programmes respectively.

He charged the students to abide by the rules and regulations governing the University and to work diligently to achieve their goals.

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Dean, SPGS, Prof. Nwabueze Elom, making his opening speech


Earlier, the Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies, Prof. Nwabueze Elom, in his welcome address, assured the new students of timely support to aid them to complete their research work in order to graduate on time.

He admonished the students to cooperate with the school authorities, adding that the university is trying its best to support the SPGS to make sure the students are served better.

Speaking further, Prof Nwabueze, in his lecture titled ‘Supervisor-Student Relationship’ stated that in PG studies, the supervisor plays a key role in helping the students to achieve their goals, stressing that in maintaining a good relationship, the supervisor and the students must relate very well to ensure the timely completion of the programme.

He equally enjoined the new students to be open and honest to their supervisors, show integrity and try to keep to time.

He therefore warned them to maintain the rule of plagiarism while carrying out their research work.

Delivering a lecture titled ‘The indispensability of ICT in Postgraduate studies, the ICT Director, Engr Dr. Ngozi Eli-Chukwu, emphasized that Information and Communication Technology (ICT), is the brain box of whatever that is done in the University, adding that all the information requirements is achieved through ICT-enabled platform.

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The Director ICT, Engr Dr. Ngozi Eli-Chukwu delivering her lecture
She called on the students to know the reason why they are in the university and make use of the opportunity to do the right thing at the right time.

Contributing, the Dean, Faculty of Management Sciences, Prof. Femi Adeyeye, in a lecture titled ‘Research Ethics in Postgraduate studies’ affirmed that qualitative and quantitative research, especially studies in educational contexts, often bring up questions of ethics because the designs of the studies may involve humans and other subjects.

He stated that it is not always easy for young researchers to anticipate where ethical issues might emerge while designing their research projects, but it is pertinent to beam the search light on ethic and ethical considerations towards academic and professional studies.

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Prof. Femi Adeyeye speaking at the programme


Prof. Adeyeye speaking further, mentioned major ethical issues to be considered in research work to include, innate ethical ramifications, authorship of research projects, and data manipulations amongst others, advising the students to avoid plagiarism and to always cite the original sources of their information.

Highlights of the event was the taking of the matriculation oath by the students, led by the Secretary of the school, Dr. Florence Albi-Oparaocha.

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Cross section of the students taking the Matriculation Oath


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Dean, SPGS Prof. Nwabueze Elom and some management staff in a group photograph with some of the students after the event
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VC Rep, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga (C) in a group photograph with some staff at the event

The Vice Chancellor of Alex- Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu- Alike, Ebonyi State Professor Sunday Elom, has vowed to sustain and expand the partnership between the university and the University of Gavle, Sweden.

The Vice-Chancellor stated this recently when he hosted a representative of the Scandinavian University, Prof. Chrisantus Biamba in his office.

He said that AE-FUNAI would work together with the University of Gavle to ensure that the staff and students’ exchange programme and other components of the collaboration were sustained and expanded to accommodate more staff and students.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom speaking at the event
While speaking earlier, the Acting Dean, Faculty of Education, Dr. Ntasiobi Igu, appreciated Prof. Biamba for facilitating the partnership through the help of the European Union.

She further stated that the programme has helped in developing the capacity of University by exposing some of its staff and students to international best practices.

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Ag. Dean, Faculty of Education, Dr. Ntasiobi Igu speaking at the event
On his part, Prof. Biamba thanked the Vice-Chancellor for pledging to sustain and expand the scope of the collaboration, noting that he was ready to work with the University to make it a reality.

He further revealed that the staff and students of the University who had earlier benefitted from the partnership were worthy ambassadors of the university as they performed creditably well when they visited Sweden.

He added that nine students and 14 staff of the University had visited Sweden under the partnership in the past two years, where they were exposed to modern teaching techniques even as they also had the opportunity to learn new culture.

He equally hinted that the scope of the programme would be expanded to incorporate staff and students from Social Sciences and Humanities, and not just the Faculty of Education as it is presently constituted.

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Prof. Chrisantus Biamba, speaking during his visit to the Vice-Chancellor
The highpoint of the visit was the announcement of the Director, Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, Dr. Chinyere Elom as the new Coordinator of the programme, to be supported by Dr. Francisca Ogba.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom, principal officers and some senior staff of the Faculty of Education in a group photograph with Prof. Chrisantus Biamba during the visit.

AE-FUNAI TO ESTABLISH NURSING, MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE, HUMAN NUTRITION AND DIETETICS
As part of its academic expansion geared towards providing admission opportunities for the teeming population seeking admissions into MBBS and other allied medical programmes, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, is set to commence Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science and Human Nutrition & Dietetics in the next academic session.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom (6th R) in a group photograph with the NUC team for Nursing Science led by Prof. Ekanah Ndie (4th L)


While speaking during a courtesy visit by the National Universities Commission (NUC) Resource Verification Teams for the 3 para-medical programmes, the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Sunday O. Elom noted that the MBBS programme of the university was already at the clinical level, hence the need to establish some para-medical programmes to take care of the candidates who may not be able to gain admission into Medicine & Surgery because of its high competitiveness.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom emphasizing a point during the courtesy call


Said he: “History is being made today in AE-FUNAI. Our MBBS programe has advanced to the clinical level and we are happy to expand to other para-medical programmes to create more admission opportunities for our teeming youths

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom (6th R) in a group photograph with the NUC team for Medical Laboratory Science led by Prof. Mohammed Idris (6th L)


“We need more of these programmes to cater for the needs of those who cannot make it to MBBS, and more importantly, because of the programmes’ importance to the development of the Nigerian society.

“As a University, the programmes are important to us based on their high demand by people, and great benefits.”

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom (7th L) in a group photograph with the NUC resource Verification Team for Nutrition & Dietetics during the visit led by Prof. Williams Ima (6th L)


Speaking on behalf of the Resource Verification Teams, Prof. Mohammed Idris, said they were representing the National Universities Commission on the exercise, adding that the essence of the visit was to encourage the university to move forward in the respected academic areas.

He explained that the National Universities Commission is a partner in the progress of universities in Nigeria by promoting quality assurance through peer-review mechanisms meant to improve the quality of academic activities.

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Prof. Mohammed Idris speaking on behalf of the 3 teams at the event


He therefore commended the university, adding that the vision to establish the three programmes was appropriate.

Recall that the idea to establish the programmes were mooted by the Vice-Chancellor in 2021 during his inaugural address to the University Senate. It is therefore, a dream come true for the university and a veritable opportunities for prospective students

AE-FUNAI STUDENT EMERGES OVERALL BEST IN PUBLIC SPEAKING AT 2023 ALL NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES DEBATING CHAMPIONSHIP
A final year student of the Department of Foreign Languages, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Oko Charity Joan has emerged the overall best in Public Speaking at the 10th edition of the All Nigerian Universities Debating Championship held at Veritas University, Abuja from 27th August to 3rd September, 2023.

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2023 All Nigerian Universities Overall Best Public Speaker, Oko Charity Joan, displaying her gold medal
Oko emerged the overall best public speaker in Nigeria after defeating students from 9 other universities that included Afe Babalola University (ABUAD), Veritas University, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture (MOUAU), Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Rivers State University (RSU), Usman Danfodio University Sokoto (UDUS), University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN), University of Ibadan (UI) and Abia State University (ABSU).

It is also worthy to note tthat two students of the University made it to the grand finale of the public ppeaking tournament where Oko emerged the overall best public speaker and Ama Gloria Titiana, a 400 level student of Political Science made it to the 9th position.

Meanwhile in the Debating tournament, AE FUNAI also had a great performance with 3 consecutive 1st positions on the first day of the tournament,. The University did not just make it to the quarterfinals but also came first in the quarterfinals round, defeating both the host institution, Veritss University, Abuja and Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NAU) respectively to move to the semifinals where it ended the tournament. The University was represented at the Debating tournament by a 400 level student of Biotechnology, Igwebuike Chiagoziem JohnMark and a 300 level student of Law, Nwele Stanley Chiemerie.

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AE-FUNAI Contingent to the 2023 All Nigerian Universities Debating Championship held at Veritas University, Abuja
At the championship, the University’s Novice Speakers also had a great run., with notable prospects for success in the nearest future. The Notice speakers were 200 level students of Psychology, Ngene Comfort Chinasa and Uchenna Lydia Chinwendu of the Department of Agriculture.

More so, in the category of Adjudicators, the University further performed creditably well with lots of lessons for improvement. This particular style of Debating will open vista of pportunities to students of the university as it is another important aspect of British Parliamentary Debating. It is hoped that more adjudicators would spring up among the students of the University through the experiences of the delegates to the 2023 championship. The two persons that represented the university in the adjudication category at the championship were Ogbonna Godsfavour Chimeremya and Udoka Charles Chibuikem, both 200 level students of Physiology and Accountancy respectively.

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AE-FUNAI Contingent to the 2023 All Nigerian Universities Debating Championship in.a group photograph with their Coach, Mr. Nwabunwanne
While commending the students for their sterling performances at the Championship, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sunday Elom noted that the introduction and sustenance of the zero-credit Language Enhancement Programme (LEP) in the academic curriculum has distinguished the students of the University in comity of Nigerian Universities, especially in the use and command of English language.

He maintained that the university under his watch will continue to support the students to discover their innate abilities in order to become the best among the peers irrespective of their course of studies..

AE-FUNAI DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY DONATES OFFICE FURNITURE TO VARSITY
– Provides financial palliative to staff

The Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State has donated 12 office tables to the university to cater for some of the furniture needs of staff.

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Some of the office tables on display
This is even as the department has also provided some financial palliatives to its staff to cushion the effect of the removal of fuel subsidy to ensure that they discharge their official responsibilities happily in the face of the present serious financial challenges.

While presenting the office tables to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sunday Elom, the Head, Department of Chemistry, Prof. Nwabueze Elom noted that it was the second time they were making such donation due to their passion and determination to support the vision of the University.



He stated that the desire was to ensure that every staff of the Chemistry department has good furniture in their offices to enable them discharge their duties in a conducive work environment, adding that the fund used in purchasing the 12 office tables were part of the proceeds from the sale of Chemistry practical manuals.

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Head, Department of Chemistry, Prof. Nwabueze Elom (R) welcoming the rep. of VC, Dr. John Chukwuma Ekpe to their department during the presentation of the tables
He further pleaded with the University Management to assist the Department in securing more seats for the staff to enable them discharge their official duties in comfort.

While commending the department for their kind gestures, the Vice-Chancellor, who was represented by his Special Assistant, Dr. John Chukwuma Ekpe, thanked the Head of Department, Prof. Elom for his thoughtfulness in using the proceeds derived from the sale of their departmental laboratory manuals to purchase office tables for staff as well as cater for their welfare.

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Rep. of VC, Dr. John Chukwuma Ekpe ( 1st L) speaking at the event While members of staff of the Department of Chemistry listen
He noted that the idea to embark on the gestures was noble and worthy of emulation, while urging the incoming leadership of the department to continue the legacy of Prof. Elom and do more for the department and the University at large.

Some staff of the department expressed their joy for the tables and financial palliative, describing Prof. Elom as a man of integrity who has the welfare of staff at heart. They pledged to use the tables to discharge their duties diligently and effectively

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Rep. of VC, Dr. John Chukwuma Ekpe and Head, Department of Chemistry, Prof. Nwabueze Elom in a group photograph with members of staff of the department during the event

ALL OUR ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES HAVE APPROVAL AND ACCREDITATION OF NUC, PROFESSIONAL BODIES – AE-FUNAI VC
The Vice-Chancellor of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Prof. Sunday Elom has said that all academic Programmes of the University have the approval and accreditation of the National Universities Commission (NUC) and other relevant professional bodies.

The Vice-Chancellor made this known recently during the 11th Matriculation ceremony of the University for the 2022/2023 academic session.

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Rep. of VC at the College of Medical Sciences, Prof. Paul Ezeonu delivering the VC’s speech at the 11th matriculation ceremony
”it is also refreshing to note that all our academic programmes have the approval of the National Universities Council (NUC) and other relevant professional bodies like the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN), Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)”.

The Vice-Chancellor further announced that 5,097 freshmen were admitted into the University, out of over 15,000 candidates that applied to study in the University, adding that the students came from virtually every part of the country.

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A cross-section of matriculating students in procession
He also stated that the students joined the university at a time it adopted Blended Learning in its academic activities, noting that “Blended Learning is a combination of face-to-face and online methodologies of teaching and learning geared towards ensuring seamless teaching and learning, and reducing the challenges posed by inadequate physical infrastructure and lecturers”.

Continuing, the Vice-Chancellor expressed the profound gratitude of the University Management to AE-FUNAI Parents’ Forum, an umbrella body of parents/guardians of the students for their unparalleled contributions to the development of the university especially in the provision of critical infrastructure.

He equally stated that the University’s forte is the knack for building the intellectual, hands on and spiritual capacities of the students to enable them acquire the relevant functional knowledge and sellable skills to be resourceful and productive in the 21″ century digital economy; with a well-balanced personality, hence the start every academic session with a University-wide interdenominational church service and jumm’at prayers.

” I assure you of our irrevocable commitment to this mandate, in pursuing this mandate, we also acknowledge the indispensable place of God in shaping the destinies of our staff and students”.

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Some of the matriculating students celebrating their day
The Vice-Chancellor described AE-FUNAI as one of the most serious public Universities in Nigeria, where academic activities are treated with every seriousness with the mantra of Excellence and Integrity , and urged matriculating students to be serious minded and make most of the opportunity afforded by the admission by ensuring that they attended classes, did their assignments promptly and obey the University rules and regulations.

“Also, be informed that Alex -Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike , Ebonyi State, has absolute zero tolerance for cultism , exam malpractices, bullying, ‘sorting’ campus prostitution/sex-for-grades and mproper dressing, and we do not alsohesitate to sanction offenders accordingly.

“Specifically, we have constituted a Committee on Improper dressing on campus and any student found dressing improperly would pay a fine of N10, 000 for each offence. So be warned. Dress the way you would like to be addressed.”

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A ‘freshman’ celebrating her matriculation
He also assured students of adequate security on campus, pleading that they should not hesitate to report any suspicious activities, intimidation and harassment of any sort to the Dean of Students Affairs, security officials, SERVICOM or any staff of the University for immediate action.

In conclusion, the Vice-Chancellor advised the new students not to waste the opportunity offered to them in the University to learn, unlearn and relearn by chasing frivolities.

The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), has inducted 236 graduating students of the Faculty of Education, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, into the teaching profession.

TRCN is empowered by law to regulate the teaching profession in Nigeria in order to promote competence and professionalism, and thereby curtail quackery.

The induction and oath-taking ceremony was the first of its kind in the history of the 12-year old university.

While speaking at the august event, the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Sunday Elom commended the efforts of the Faculty Dean in ensuring that the professional body was in the university to usher-in the graduating students into the noble profession of teaching, which according to him, helps the inductees to be at abreast with new techniques and innovation in the field of education.

The Vice-Chancellor who was represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga noted that the efficiency and commitment of teachers are paramount in human development, and urged the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria to give priority attention to teachers’ training.

He further charged the newly inducted professional educationists to give back to society after being properly groomed and nurtured by the university for four years, urging them to also perform diligently wherever they find themselves in the future so as to continue to uphold the image of the institution.

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Rep. of VC, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga speaking at the event.
Earlier in her welcome address, the Ag. Dean, Faculty of education, Dr. Fransisca Ogba congratulated the inductees, stating they were privileged to be the first set of graduating students to be inducted into the teaching profession in the Faculty.

While noting that the teaching profession is noble, though challenging, she called on the inductees to make a difference in their respective disciplines.

She also admonished them to be guided by the university’s motto of “excellence and integrity” in practicing their profession .

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Ag. Dean, Faculty of Education, Dr. Fransisca Ogba, delivering her speech at the event.
The Registrar/Chief Executive, Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria, Prof. Josiah Olusegun Ajiboye who was represented by the Head of Induction/internship, Mr. Femi Adebayo, while making his remarks thanked the University for providing a nurtured and stimulated environment for the development of the future educators.

He appreciated the Dean of the Faculty in particular for her commitment and dedication towards ensuring that the Faculty of Education becomes the best in AE-FUNAI.

Continuing, he said that education is a powerful tool for breaking down barriers, promoting understanding among individuals from different backgrounds, and creating a safe and nice future for people, regardless of their race, gender, status or ability.

Speaking further, Prof. Ajiboye added that every student deserves an equal opportunity to learn and grow for the future, and cautioned the inductees against breaching the laws guiding their profession especially their professional oath.

He equally noted that TRCN plays important role in the country, especially in bringing out the best in teachers, and highlighted some of the challenges facing teachers into include mental, emotional, and physical challenges.

He therefore called on government and school’s authorities to ensure the provision of proper educational materials and adequately equipped Counseling Centers to improve efficiency in the course of learning.

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Mr. Femi Adeboye delivering the speech of the TRCN Registrar, Prof. Josiah Ajiboye at the event
In her lecture titled “Grooming Professionally through Reflective Teaching”, Prof. Rosemary Igbo stressed the importance of a professional teacher and what a professional teacher needs to know to teach her students better.

She emphasized on the need for mentorship to grow in the teaching profession, and noted that teachers are trained to be confidential so that students can trust them.

She also stated that teaching job does not end in classroom but needs constant and consistent learning to get the desired goal.

She maintained that teachers’ best resources are their fellow teachers and advised on constant interaction among them. While also remarking that the new inductees should incorporate writing into the classroom regardless of the subject they plan to teach.

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Prof. Rosemary Igbo delivering her lecture during the induction ceremony
The highlight of the event was presentation of certificates to the new teachers and cultural dance by the students of the faculty.

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A group photograph of dignitaries and some of the inductees

The Centre for Entrepreneurship and Employability (CES), Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike,Ebonyi State, has organized its 2023 trade faire where it showcased its numerous products to the University community.

The trade fair which was a total display of various household consumables produced by the Centre was also designed to prepare students for practical marketing skills and career development.

The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Sunday Elom while declaring the program open, commended the effort and initiative of the Centre and their commitment towards training students to acquire kills for economic self emancipation and self-reliance.

Prof. Elom, who was represented by the Deputy Vice- Chancellor, Administration, Prof. Abel Ezeoha pledged the University management’s continuous support towards the Centre to ensure it remains practically active, serving the University and its host community.

He added that the items produced by the Centre would be useful in the various offices of the University and called for Deans and Directors to purchase it.

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Rep. of VC, Prof. Abel Ezeoha speaking at the trade faire
The Acting Director of the Center, Dr. Emmanuel Nwaeze, in his speech commended the efforts of the Vice-Chancellor in making the University a very viable place through his style of leadership, which he demonstrates in every facet of his administration.

He further noted that the students were seriously engaged in the production of all the materials in display and assured on the quality of the products.

Dr. Nweze also said the products would be ready for outside market as soon as it registers with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, (NAFDAC).

He further solicited for the patronage of both staff and students, stressing that their products were of the best quality and also cost-effective.

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Ag. Director, CEE, Dr. Emmanuel Nweze presenting his speech at the event


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Part of the productions presented to the public include; Liquid soaps, air freshners, disinfectants and hair Shampoos.


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Others are, hair cream, body spray, perfumes and tie and dye.

A group of staff of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, employed in 2013 have marked their 10 years as employees by embarking on tree planting campaign to support the Campus-Green Initiative of the institution geared towards making the university one of the most eco-friendly and beautiful campuses in the country.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom (on blue) in a group photograph with some of the staff during the courtesy call


While speaking during a courtesy call on the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sunday Elom, as part of a 2-day events earmarked to celebrate a decade in the university, Mr. Chimezie Egwu of the Bursary Department noted that the land of Ikwo, nay AE-FUNAI has been favourable to the staff, hence the need to mark their 10 years in the institution with tree planting and a visit to the motherless babies home, to thank God for His infinite mercies.

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Mr. Chimezie Egwu speaking at the event


He stressed that the tree planting was part of their contributions to the university, which has given them opportunities to excel in their respective professions and offices, adding that most of the staff employed in 2013 were now occupying strategic positions in the university based on their competence, hard work, dedication and loyalty to the institution.

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Mr. Chimezie Egwu handing over a T-shirt with an inscription “A decade in AE-FUNAI) to VC, Prof. Sunday Elom (1st R) while PA to VC, Dr. Collins Umoke and University PRO, Elom Iyke Uboch watch


Giving credence to the competence and dedication of the class of 2013 staff, the Director of Health Services, Dr. Henry Aloh, who also was employed in the same year, noted that the staff were among the best in the annals of the university because they came in through a very transparent selection process that involved written and oral interviews. He therefore stated that it was not surprising that most of them are performing at optimal level in their various offices.

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VC rep. at the tree planting exercise, DVC, Academic, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga, planting a tree during the event while others watch


Commending the staff for their resourcefulness in the last 10 years, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Elom noted that he had worked with most of them in the various offices he occupied before assuming the position of a Vice-Chancellor, adding that the class of 2013 is one of the best the university has had since its establishment.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom addressing the staff at the event


He also commended them for embarking on tree planting to mark their 10 years in the university, adding that since he assumed office on 11th February, 2021, over 20, 000 timber trees have been planted in the university.

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DVC, Academic, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga in a group photograph with some of the staff


He maintained that through the Camus-Green Initiative, the university is becoming more beautiful through the provision of green shades and lawns across the campus even as the trees are also contributing to the mitigation of the adverse effects of climate change.

The Vice-Chancellor further stated that on maturity, the timber trees would generate enormous revenue for the university.

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L-R: Elom Iyke Ubochi, Emmanuel Chigbata, Chukwunonso Ejidike and Reginald Ekeh at the AE-FUNAI Green Village, ready to plant trees


Highlights of the celebration includes planting of trees at the AE-FUNAI Green Village, visit to the motherless babies home in Abakaliki and a staff get-to-getter to unwind and bond by reminiscing on the past decade and projecting for the future.

AE-FUNAI STAFF SCHOOL COLLABORATES WITH FINE & APPLIED ARTS DEPARTMENT TO BUILD IMAGINATIVE CAPACITIES OF PUPILS
In a determined bid to build the imaginative and creative imaginations of pupils, the AE-FUNAI Staff Nursery and Primary School has collaborated with the Arts’ Club of the Department of Fine and Applied Arts of the university.

The Arts Club, which comprises both staff and students of the Department of Fine and Applied Arts, is led by Ms Chiaka Adaure Nnodi, the Deputy Dean, Students’ Affairs.

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Ms. Chiaka Nnodi and her team in a group picture with some teachers and pupils during the event
Speaking at the event organized by the Club to build the creative imaginations of pupils of the staff school, Ms Nnodi said that the art activity creates beautiful experiences for children and at the same time enriches their learning through creativity.

She stated that the vision statement of the club is “Art is Life, Art Stimulates Higher Order Thinking Skills and Improves the Quality of our Lives”, adding that all the Club’s activities are geared towards creating those activities that actualizes these values.

Continuing, Ms Nnodi noted the art activity which has the theme, “Garden of Good Manners”, has several positive impacts, as it helps in promoting and reinforcing good manners and etiquette among the children, stressing that by focusing on manners within a garden setting, children can learn important concepts like respect, kindness, empathy, and gratitude in a fun and engaging way.

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Ms. Chiaka Nnodi taking a pupil through some exercises during the event
She further stated that the art activity encourages creativity and self-expression, thereby boosting the pupils’ self-confidence, as working together on the art project promotes collaboration and teamwork, even as she maintained that the collaborative process teaches them valuable interpersonal skills and promotes a sense of community within the classroom.

She also explained that an art activity centered around good manners helps in integrating art into other areas of the curriculum, as art works are mounted at strategic points within the school and gives teachers opportunities from time to time to incorporate discussions on good manners in different contexts like in school, at home and in the community using the art works as visual aids as interdisciplinary approach enhances the overall learning experience of pupils.

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Another group of pupils going through some hands-on experience during the event
Ms Nnodi, in concluding her speech, thanked the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Sunday Oge Elom, for providing an enabling environment for the institution to run well in spite of the challenges of the time.

Similarly, she acknowledged the President, AE-FUNAI Women Association (WA), Dr. Chinyere Elom, who is the proprietor of the s school, for her support and encouragement that made them embark on the project in order to improve the quality of teaching and learning in the school..

She also appreciated the head teacher of the school , Mrs Afoma Ifemene, for the great work she and her team of teachers are doing in moulding the destinies of the children.

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Head teacher of the school, Mrs. Afoma Ifemene and se teachers in.a group photograph with some pupils during the art project

The Vice-Chancellor of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Prof..Sunday Oge Elom has urged the people of the southeast geopolitical zone of the country to preserve the Igbo culture, language and heritage as it is their collective duty to safeguard what is theirs.

Speaking at an event organized by Iruka Centre – The Centre for the study of the Future of Igbo, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike in collaboration with Igbo Wikimedia, Professor Elom, said he was happy with the exposure the programme would give the staff and students of the University in the area of Igbo language, literature, culture and heritage.

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VC Rep, Prof. Augustine Ibegbu speaking at the event
Continuing, the Vice-Chancellor, who.was represented by the Dean, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Prof. Augustine Ibegbu said Iruka Center has done a lot in promoting the Igbo culture, and encouraged them to do more as there is still a lot of work to be done in that regard.

He further encouraged the people of the Southeast region especially students of tertiary institutions to be proud of their culture by speaking Igbo language anywhere they find themselves as that is a sure-way to preserve the language.

Earlier while making her opening remarks, the Director of the Iruka Centre, Dr Anne Onyinye Nwankwo said the programme was the second to be held in the institution, adding that it was to strengthen the stake of Igbo culture and language in the world as it is the core identity of the Igbo people.

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Dr Anne Nwankwo speaking at the event


Still speaking at the event with the theme, “How to Contribute to and Use Wikipedia/ Wikimedia Projects towards Preserving and promoting Igbo Language and Culture Digitally”, Dr. Nwankwo said that the website was created to encourage and teach students other ways of learning the Igbo language, stressing that interesting events and educational articles are also uploaded on the website so that people around the world could easily have access to any information of their choice about the Igbo nation.

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VC Rep., Prof Augustine Ibegbu in.a group picture with the Director of Iruka Centre, Dr. Anne Nwankwo and students’ Igwe-in-Council at the event
Concluding, She thanked the Vice-Chancellor for providing enabling environment to make sure the event was successful, which shows his interest in making sure the Igbo culture and language survive.

She further encouraged students to make good use of the opportunity the website avails to upload helpful and educational articles on Igbo culture as possible in order to promote the culture around the globe.

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Facilitator, Mr Okechukwu Ogbannaya delivering his lecture


The Wikimedia Facilitator, Mr Okechukwu Ogbonnaya while speaking at the event said that Wikipedia is a project to build free encyclopidias in all languages of the world, adding that, virtually anyone with internet access is free to contribute neutral information, noting that the prevailing objective of the site is to introduce Wikimedia projects to more Igbo people that are literate in Igbo language at any level, and encouraged the Igbo people that are literate in Igbo language to become contributors, even as he stated that Wikipedia is one of the biggest platforms to share and preserve information in the world.

He concluded by teaching students how to translate on Igbo Wikipedia using the content translation tool, “en.wikipedia.org”.

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Group picture of participants at the event

ALEX EKWUEME FEDERAL UNIVERSITY NDUFU-ALIKE
P.M.B 1010, ABAKALIKI, EBONYI STATE
CENTRE FOR EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
12 Udensi-Ugorji Lane, Aguogboriga Layout, Off Enugu/Abakaliki Road,
Behind People’s Resort Hotel, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State.

ADMISSION INTO ALEX-EKWUEME FEDERAL UNIVERITY NDUFU-ALIKE, CENTRE FOR EDUCATIONAL SERVICES (CES),
[JUPEB AND PRE-DEGREE PROGRAMMES], 2023/2024 SESSION

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates into the Centre for Educational Services for admission into non-resident JUPEB and Pre-Degree Programmes of Alex-Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI), Ebonyi State

The Pre-Degree Programme is designed to prepare candidates for admission into degree programmes in all disciplines (excluding Medicine and Surgery) of the university while the JUPEB programmes is a                10- month intensive coaching designed to prepare candidates for direct entry admission into the 200-level of departments of candidates’ choice in AE-FUNAI and the over 90 universities in Nigeria and abroad  that are affiliates of the Joint Universities Preliminary Examination Board (JUPEB). Successful candidates who had applied to study Medicine and Surgery in AE-FUNAI through the JUPEB programme will be admitted into 100-level through a keenly competitive admission process.

ELIGIBILITY

Candidates for the programmes must possess a minimum of five (5) credits in five (5) relevant subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) at a maximum of two sittings. Candidates who wish to study Medicine and Surgery or Law are expected to have earned the relevant credits in ONE sitting only.

DURATION

The JUPEB programme runs for (2) semesters within about ten (10) calendar months. The Pre-Degree Programme also lasts for about the same period.

PROGRAMMES

The AE-FUNAI Centre for Educational Services will prepare candidates for admission into Bachelors’ Degree Programmes in the following:

FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

Agribusiness Management
Agricultural Economics & Extension
Animal Science
Crop Science
Soil Science
Fishery & Aquaculture

  COLLEGE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

Anatomy
Physiology
Medicine & Surgery

    ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

Civil Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics Engineering

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

English & Literary Studies
French
History & Strategic Studies
Igbo
Linguistics/Igbo
Linguistics / French
Linguistics / English
Music
Philosophy
Religion
Theatre Arts

FACULTY OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

Biochemistry
Biology
Biotechnology
Microbiology

 FACULTY OF EDUCATION

Agricultural Science Education
Biology Education
Business Education
Chemistry Education
English & Literary Studies Education
Guidance & Counseling Education
Mathematics Education
Physical & Health Education
Physics Education
Vocational & Technical Education

FACULTY OF LAW

Law

FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT

Accounting
Banking & Finance
Business Administration

FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

Architecture
Fine & Applied Arts
Geography

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

Criminology & Security Studies
Economics
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Mass Communication

More information on subject combinations for the JUPEB and Pre-Degree Programmes can be found on our e-portal www.ces.funai.edu.ng/programmes

APPLICATION FEE:  Fifteen Thousand naira (N15, 000) only

METHOD OF APPLICATION         

Application should be made online. Visit the AE-FUNAI CES e-portal ces.funai.edu.ng on the Menu bar, click on e-portal, and select “Start Online Application” from the drop-down menu. You will be required to supply your email address and other required information to start your online application.
After creating an account, login with your Application No and Password, follow the necessary processes to capture your personal information.
On your Account on the e-Portal, generate your Remita Retrieval Reference Number (RRR) for payment. Payment can be easily made with your credit card / debit card or at any Nigerian Bank Branch. After successful payment, click the provide button to continue your application.
Ensure that all sections of your application from are correctly filled, and click on “Complete Application” to our online server. Our server shall acknowledge receipt of your form by sending an email to your email address and SMS to your mobile phone. Check your email and print two colored copies of your Application form.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Application for the 2023/2024 JUPEB and Pre-Degree Programmes are advised to check the CES ces.funai.edu.ng for relevant information.
Applicants must provide a recent colored passport photograph (taken not earlier than 3 months before the time of application) with a white background. Selfies, blurred and webcam photos are strictly prohibited, Applicants who upload wrong bio-data and credentials will have their online applications rejected.
Applicants are to report to AE-FUNAI CES for registration and screening, ONLY when they have received an invitation (through e-mail) and admission letter approved by the Director. Applicants are hereby advised to use valid e-mail addresses and personal telephone numbers.
Applicants are advised to follow the application instructions carefully and ensure that they follow the stipulated guidelines. Failure to do so may adversely affect the candidate’s application.

DISCLAIMER
Please note that AE-FUNAI HAS NOT AUTHORIZED any person(s) or agent(s), whether corporate or individual, to sell application forms on its behalf. Application is strictly online and is to be made only on the AE-FUNAI CES e-portal www.ces.funai.edu.ng

ENQUIRES
Enquiries are to be made to the following phone numbers- 0703523317, 08032126424 and 08067754836.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
Submission of online form will close on Saturday 30th September, 2023 at 11:59pm




Ifeanyi Igwe (Esq.) KSJI
Registrar

PUBLIC ACCOUNTABILITY, TRANSPARENCY IN PROCUREMENT PROCESS ARE KEY TO SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF NIGERIA – AE-FUNAI VC
The Vice-Chancellor of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Prof. Sunday Oge Elom has said that public accountability and transparency in the procurement process are key to the sustainable economic growth and development of Nigeria.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Oge Elom speaking at the event
The Vice-Chancellor stated this during the opening ceremony of a 2–day procurement training programme themed “Achieving Sustainable Development Through Effective Public Procurement”, which was organized in the University for principal officers, procurement officers and other stakeholders in the procurement process of the institution.

“We shall continue to abide by the established rules and regulations and policies guiding the public procurement in Nigeria.

“It is our sincere belief that public accountability and transparency in the procurement process are key to the sustainable economic growth and development of our nation.”

The Vice-Chancellor stressed that the training programme was meant to build the capacity of participants in the procurement process, to ensure that the institution continues to work in tandem with the Public Procurement Act, 2007 in all the University’s procurement activities.

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Engr. Godwin Okereke speaking at the training programme
He further noted that , as a university, and under his administration as the Vice-Chancellor, they have allways insisted that all of the institutions procurement activities should be guided by the Public Procurement Act, to ensure that the university remains aboveboard.

While giving an overview of Public Procurement in Nigeria, a staff of the Bureau of Public Procurement and one of the resource persons for the programme, Engr. Godwin Okereke said it involves a sequence of activities by a government Ministry, Department or Agency that starts with the initial assessment of needs to the selection and award of contracts to the payment and completion of project, adding that the essence is to promote public accountability and transparency in public expenditure.

He noted that public procurement is usually categorized into goods, works and services, stressing that through effective public procurement, government organizations meet their needs for goods,works,services and utilities in a way that achieves value for money on a whole life basis in terms of generating benefits not only to the organizations,but also to the society and the economy.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Oge Elom (4th R) and principal officers in a group photograph with the resource persons from BPP, Abuja, during the opening ceremony of the programme
While also speaking at the programme, QS Mike Dumadi, stressed that an Accounting Officer of a procuring public entity shall be the person charged with the supervision of the conduct of all procurement processes, explaining that In the case of a Ministry, the Permanent Secretary and in Department or Agency, the Director-General, is the Accounting Officer.

He added that the Accounting Officer of every public procuring entity has the overall responsibility for the planning and organization of tenders and execution of procurements to ensure that adequate procurement is provided and integrated into the yearly budgets, ensuring that no reduction of values or splitting of
procurements is carried out such as to evade the use of the appropriate procurement method.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Oge Elom ( 7th R) in a group photograph with principal officers, procurement officers, and other stakeholders that participated in the training programme

ADMISSION INTO ALEX-EKWUEME FEDERAL UNIVERITY NDUFU-ALIKE, CENTRE FOR EDUCATIONAL SERVICES (CES), [JUPEB AND PRE-DEGREE PROGRAMMES], 2023/2024 SESSION
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates into the Centre for Educational Services for admission into non-resident JUPEB and Pre-Degree Programmes of Alex-Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI), Ebonyi State
The Pre-Degree Programme is designed to prepare candidates for admission into degree programmes in all disciplines (excluding Medicine and Surgery) of the university while the JUPEB programmes is a 10- month intensive coaching designed to prepare candidates for direct entry admission into the 200-level of departments of candidates’ choice in AE-FUNAI and the over 90 universities in Nigeria and abroad that are affiliates of the Joint Universities Preliminary Examination Board (JUPEB). Successful candidates who had applied to study Medicine and Surgery in AE-FUNAI through the JUPEB programme will be admitted into 100-level through a keenly competitive admission process.
ELIGIBILITY
Candidates for the programmes must possess a minimum of five (5) credits in five (5) relevant subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) at a maximum of two sittings. Candidates who wish to study Medicine and Surgery or Law are expected to have earned the relevant credits in ONE sitting only.
DURATION
The JUPEB programme runs for (2) semesters within about ten (10) calendar months. The Pre-Degree Programme also lasts for about the same period.
PROGRAMMES
The AE-FUNAI Centre for Educational Services will prepare candidates for admission into Bachelors’ Degree Programmes in the following:
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE
1. Agribusiness Management
2. Agricultural Economics & Extension
3. Animal Science
4. Crop Science
5. Soil Science
6. Fishery & Aquaculture
COLLEGE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
1. Anatomy
2. Physiology
3. Medicine & Surgery
ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
1. Civil Engineering
2. Electrical & Electronics Engineering
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DUBEN PHARMACY & STORE LTD DONATES DRUGS TO AE-FUNAI
The Managing Director, Dubem Pharmacy & Stores Ltd , Mr Igboji Alfred Chidubem, a renowned pharcacist working at the Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital (AE-FUTHA), who also runs a pharmacy and supermarket at Ndufu- Echara, one of the host communities of the University has donated some drugs to Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom (C ) speaking during the presentation while others listen with keen interest
While presenting the drugs to the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Sunday Elom, in company of the immediate past ,Chief Medical Director, AEFUTHA, Dr. Emeka Ogah and the Director, Health Services of the University, Dr. Henry Aloh, Mr. Igboji said he made the donation as part of his contributions to the health benefits and total.wellbeing of students, geared towards the growth and development of the university.

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Mr Igboji Chidubem (2nd R) making his presentation during his visit.
He noted that as an indigene of the University’s host community, he had also opened a pharmacy and supermarket at Ndufu-Echara out of love for his people and students of the University, to enable them to easily access drugs and other necessary goods , adding that he was ready to partner with the University for the good of both staff and students.

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VC, Prof. Sunday Elom (L) welcoming Mr. Igboji Chidubem to his office
The Vice-Chancellor, while receiving the donation, said it was a show of love from the Pharmacist and thanked him for his philanthropic gestures.

Prof. Elom further assured him of his administration’s readiness to partner with him in mutually benefitting areas for the good of the university and his organisation.

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Some of the drugs

AE-FUNAI VC COMMENDS PERFORMANCE OF STAFF AND STUDENTS ON EXCHANGE PROGRAMME IN UNIVERSITY OF GAVLE, SWEEDEN
The Vice-Chancellor, Alex-Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Professor Sunday Oge Elom has commended the performance of the insitution’s staff and students, who benefitted from the 6- month Erasmus ,+ exchange programme at the University of Gavle, Sweden.

The Vice-Chancellor gave the commendation yesterday when he hosted the 3 staff and 6 students that returned to the University after spending 6 months in Sweden under the exchange programme.

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Rep. of VC, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga, welcoming the staff and students back to the University
The Vice-Chancellor who.was represented at the event by his Deputy in charge of Academic, Professor Romanus Ejiaga ssid it was so wonderful to have all of them back, adding that the University did not receive any negative reports during their stay especially on the part of the students, and therefore noted that the university was proud of them.

Continuing, the Vice-Chancellor said, “In serious Universities the world over, exchange programs with partner institutions is an important part of International Education. In most U.S Universities, for a student to graduate he/she must have gone on a study abroad program, or must have been engaged in one form of exchange programme or the other.”

He stressed that the experience they got, whether as a staff or student during their stay in Sweden may be different, but the one thing they have in common is that the experience is a memorable one.

“You may have experienced culture shock during your stay in Sweden. You don’t travel to the Nordic countries without experiencing culture shock. You may want to share some of the culture shocks later”, he stated.

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Re. of VC, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga, principal officers, some deans and directors in a group photograph with the staff and students
Earlier, the Director of Academic Planning, Prof. Dr. Jonny Ogunji said it was the second badge of beneficiaries, consisting of 3 staff and 6 students to travel to Sweden through the mobility partnership programme between AE-FUNAI and the University of Gavle, Sweden, adding that the exchange program is important as it gives the beneficiaries a broader view on education and life in general.

He further thanked the Swedish government for keeping to their part of the bargain, noting that the University is also expecting a professor from Sweden to arrive the institutiion under the same programme .

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Acting Dean, Faculty of Education, Dr. Francisca Ogba speaking at the event
Also speaking at the event, the Acting Dean , Faculty of Education, Dr. Francisca Ogba thanked the Vice-Chancellor for his unwavering support to the Faculty, especially to the beneficiaries of the exchange programme throughout their stay in Sweden, as it shows his dedication and commitment to the growth of the University, while promising that the Faculty will not let him down.

She stressed that the exchange programme avails the staff and students the opportunity to mix, interact and compare notes with staff and students of other universities in different cultures, and come back to share their experiences.

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One of the students, Nwankwo Gloria Ezinne, sharing her experiences in Sweden
While sharing her experiences in Sweden, Miss Nwankwo Gloria Ezinne a student of English and Literary Studies Education, said she was grateful to God and the University Management for availing her the opportunity to visit a foreign country for the first time in her life , adding that it was an experience she will never forget as she learnt a lot about time Management and so far, has been doing her best to put it into practice in her endeavours.

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Rep. of VC Prof. Romanus Ejiaga (4th L) and principal officers in a group photograph with the students
The students who traveled to the Scandinavian country include; Nwankwo Glory Ezinne, Department English and literary Studies Education; Nwaogwugwu Rejoice, Guidance and Counseling; Kalu Amarachi, Buisness Education; Otti Euphemia , Physical Health & Education; Alozie Chiememeka Steven , Physical & Health Education,; and Njuabe Jude Njong , Department of Economics and Development Studies.

While the staff that made the journey are; Prof Augusta Chinyere Nwajiuba, Educational Foundation; Dr. M.O Binuomote, Vocational & Technical Education, and Dr. Ijeoma Kalu Awa, Educational Foundations.

Vows to plant 5,000 trees in 2023


The Directorate of Campus-Green Initiative, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State has established a Green Village to preserve and promote the cultural and environmental heritage in the University.

This is even as the Directorate has vowed to plant 5,000 trees before the end of 2023, to mark the establishment of the Village.

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Ag. Director Campus-Green Initiative, Arc Ifeanyi N. Chukwu delivering his opening speech at the unveiling ceremony of the Green Village


The Acting Director, Campus- Green Initiative, Arc. Ifeanyi N. Chukwu made this known on 6th July 2023, during the AE-FUNAI 2023 Green Day celebration.

He noted that between 2016 – 2018, over 4,000 trees were planted in the University and in 2019; a target of planting 20,000 trees was equally achieved. He explained that the motive was to keep afloat the dream of making the university a Campus-in-a-Garden, and one of the most beautiful University campuses in Nigeria.

The Director highlighted the benefits of tree planting to include combating desertification, drought, and global warming by absorbing carbon dioxide, removing and storing carbon and releasing oxygen back into the air, as well as providing a conducive eco-friendly and beautiful environment.

Continuing, Arc Chukwu noted that in pursuant of the continuation and consolidation of the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of establishing a farm of fast growing timber trees of 5,000 before the end of his tenure, a total of 2,000 trees were planted last year, stressing that hopefully, 3,000 will be planted at the designated areas of the university before the end of this year.

He further stressed the importance of building a Green Village in the University, noting that it will create a very beautiful blend between the centre and the good forest within the campus, serve as an administrative hub of the green activities within the campus and to the society in terms of community service, serve as a data centre for teaching and research as well as be a source of IGR for the University through tourism.

He therefore, called for the support and collaboration of individuals and groups, NGOs and government agencies in the establishment, running and promotion of the Green Village to make it viable and sustainable.

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Rep. of VC, Prof Romanus Ejiaga making his opening speech at the event


Declaring the event open, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sunday Elom stated that his administration is committed to making the university a Campus- in-a-Garden, adding that tree planting should be viewed with seriousness as it remains the cornerstone of preserving the campus from environmental degradation, adding that green signifies nature, fertility and prosperity.

The Vice-Chancellor, who was represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga asserts that tree planting does not only conserve the environment but also sustains life and enhances peace and love towards nature, stressing that when we plant trees, we plant seed of peace and hope.

He maintained that the more trees we plant around us, the more we grow our hope for the future, as tree reminds us of nature and the importance of climate and environmental protection. He therefore called for the addition of ‘Campus Clean-up’ in the celebration of Green Days, where students will be mobilized for a couple of hours to keep the campus clean and safe.

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Rep. of VC, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga in a group photograph with members of the Campus-Green Initiative Club made up staff and students


Highlights of the event was induction of new members into the Green-Campus Initiative Club, cutting of the AE-FUNAI Green Day cake, performance by students of the Theatre Art Department, cutting of ribbon for the establishment of AE-FUNAI Green Village and official kick-off of the 2023 tree planting campaign by the Vice-Chancellor.

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Rep. of VC, Prof Romanus Ejiaga cutting the ribbon for the establishment of the Green Village


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Rep. of VC, Prof Romanus Ejiaga planting a tree to officially kick-off the 2023 tree planting campaign in the University.

AE-FUNAI TRAINS MILITARY OFFICERS, SOLDIERS’ WIVES ON VOCATIONAL SKILLS ACQUISTION
As part of its community engagement services geared towards empowering immediate communities, especially women with life skills for socio-economic self-reliance and community development, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State through its Centre for Entrepreneurship and Employability (CEE) has organized a 3-day vocational skills acquisition programme for wives of military officers and soldiers of Nwagu Military Cantonment, Ebonyi State.

The multi-dimensional capacity building programme that had staff of the Central Bank of Nigeria and Bank of Industry (BoI) speaking to the women on the different funding opportunities available to Medium and Small Scale entrepreneurs, also led them through the practical process of making liquid soap, tie and dye clothing and confectionaries. The women were also exposed to health tips and the development of business plan.

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Front Row: Rep. of the First Lady of Ebonyi State and Commissioner for Women Affairs, Barr. Mrs. Felicia Nwankpuma (2nd R) in a group photograph with rep. of VC, Prof. Abel Ezeoha (2nd L), Cantonment Commander, Lt. Col. S.O. Atomode (3rd L), Commanding Officer, 25 Women Special Battalion (1st R), Lt. Col. E. M Ukande, Director, CEE, Dr. Emanuel Nwaze (1st L) and wives of military officers that participated in the training


While declaring the event open, the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Sunday Elom said the training would open doors of entrepreneurial opportunities in the cantonment, adding that the trainees would be equipped with necessary entrepreneurial skills on how to be productive, and thus be financially-independent and supportive to their families.

He noted that the University Management approved the programme with the hope that the trainees will eventually become trainers, stressing that the financial uncertainties of the present world system suggest that women should be empowered with sellable and productive skills to contribute to their families, and national development.

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Rep. of VC, Prof. Abel Ezeoha speaking at the event


The Vice-Chancellor who was represented by his Deputy in charge of Administration, Prof. Abel Ezeoha, further noted that the training programme would foster a strong synergy and cooperation between the military command and the university, and urged the military leadership to support the trainees with seed capital to enable them set-up small scale businesses based on the acquired skills, explaining that through such financial support, the women could become co-bread winners in their respective families.

The Commander and Commanding Officer, Nwagu Military Cantonment, Lt. Col. S.O Atomode while making his opening remarks, admonished the women not to despise the days of little beginning, noting that Nigeria is a country with lots of business opportunities.

He therefore urged them to maximize the opportunity presented by the training programme, as it is a rare one. He thanked the university under the Leadership of Prof. Elom for strengthening the bond and co-operation that exit between the two institutions.



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Commander, Nkwagu Military Cantonment, Lt. Col. S. O. Atomode delivering his opening remarks at the event


The Cantonment Commander further assured that the trainees would be equipped financially to motivate them into starting businesses of their interest.

Speaking at the closing ceremony of the event, the First Lady of Ebonyi State, HE Mrs. Maudline Uzoamaka Nwifuru urged the women to put into action the skills they have acquired from the training, stressing that entrepreneurship is the sure-way to self-reliance and economic stability.

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Rep. of First Lady of Ebonyi State, Barr. Mrs. Felicia Nwankpuma presenting the First Lady’s address at the event


The First Lady who was represented by the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Barr. Mrs. Felicia Nwankpuma, commended the collaboration between the university and Nkwagu Military Cantonment, which gave rise to the vocational skills acquisition programme, and called for more support for the Nigerian women, especially wives of officers and men of the Armed forces.

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Rep. of VC, Prof. Abel Ezeoha handing over the seed capital to the leader of Military Officers’ Wives Association at the end


The highlight of the closing ceremony of the event was the presentation of certificates and seed capital to the women. While the university presented certificates of participation to the 50 women that were part of the 3-day capacity building programme, the leadership of the Military Cantonment gave a seed capital of N20, 000 each to the 10 military officers’ wives and N15, 000 each to the 40 solders’ wives that participated in the programme.

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One of the trainees receiving her certificate from the rep. of VC, Prof. Abel Ezeoha at the event

AE-FUNAI GRADUATES FIRST POSTGRADUATE (PHD) STUDENT OF THE INSTITUTION
History was made on 15th June, 2023 as the School of Postgraduate Studies, Alex-Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, graduated its first PhD Student , Dr. Henry Okemiri, a lecturer in the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Physical Sciences of the institution.

Reminiscing on his accomplishments , .Dr. Okemiri said that it wasn’t an easy journey but God made it possible through his infinite mercy and grace.

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Dr. Henry Okemiri celebrating his feat after the PhD. thesis oral defence
He noted that his postgraduate studies commenced in October 2018 and ended in June 2023, stressing that the programme lasted for that long due to the Covid-19 pandemic that led to a total shutdown of human activities and the prolonged strike action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU ) and other university-based staff unions.

Speaking, further Dr Okemiri thanked the Dean, Postgraduate Studies, Prof Chukwunonso E.C.C Ejike and his supervisor, Dr. Uzoma Rita Alo for their professional input and encouragement all through the period of his study, adding that without their contributions, it would have been difficult to attain such a height.

While advising other PhD students, he averred that AE-FUNAI is the best University in the southeast of Nigeria to purse their postgraduate studies as the institution adheres strictly to its academic calendar, and does not encourage delay of any kind in its academic activities, adding that the University also boasts of competent, passionate and globally-recognized academics.

While representing the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sunday Elom at the PhD thesis oral defence, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration, Prof Abel Ezeoha, commended the work of Dr. Okemiri, titled “A Hybrid of Internet of Things and Machine Learning Orchestration for Predicting Heart Disease”, even as he advised other postgraduate students to emulate his footprints of hard work, open-mindedness and willingness to learn and tbe taught which made him to become the first graduating PhD student of the university.

Dr. Okemiri designed a system for predicting heart diseases with the application of machine learning and internet of things that is both efficient with high-level accuracy. He also implemented an IoT-Based machine learning ECG classification system and provided a localized solution of internet of things and machine learning for remote people through data collected from local people using wearable sensors.

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Dr. Henry Okemiri in a group photograph with the Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies, Prof. Chukwunonso E.C.C Ejike (3rd L), Dean, Faculty of Management Sciences, Prof. Femi Adeyeye, (4th R) Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, Prof. Smart Otu (2nd L) and others after the thesis defence

AE-FUNAI MAKES IMPRESSIVE SHOWING IN MAIDEN TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION SUB-SAHARAN UNIVERSITIES RANKING
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, has made an impressive showing in the maiden edition of the Times Higher Education Sub-Saharan Universities Ranking, which underscores the global recognition and acceptability of the institution as one of the emerging universities in Nigeria and Africa.

  In the ranking result released on 26th June, 2023 at Accra, Ghana, the University was rated 26th in Nigeria and 71+ in the African continent out of 121 universities that contributed data.
In fact, AE-FUNAI was among the 51 universities in Nigeria that were ranked by the renowned London-based education body.The Times Higher Education Sub-Saharan Universities Ranking methodology is based on 5 pillars: resources and finance (20%), access and fairness (20%), teaching skills (20%), student engagement (20%) and Africa impact (20%). AE-FUNAI acquitted itself creditably well in all the indicators, with much room for improvement.

This rare achievement is coming at a time the university was also ranked 1st among public universities in Nigeria, 6th  among all universities in Nigeria, and 1, 021 and 1, 591 in Africa and the world respectively in the 2023 Times Higher Education Impact Ranking of World Universities.

The recent recognitions and acceptability of the university across the continent underscore the irrevocable commitment of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sunday Elom to quality teaching, learning, research and community engagements. The Vice-Chancellor had on assumption of office urged all staff to breast up to the challenge of attaining the world-class vision of the university.

Consequently, he, directed that all academic staff register with Google Scholar and Research Gate. The University under his watch also insisted that all academic publications must be in top-tier international journals like Thompson Reuter, Scopus and Scimago and others. This enhanced the research-value of the university academic staff; and opened many doors to post-doctoral fellowships in international universities and organizations, thus enhancing the international standing of the institution.

More importantly, the numerous international collaborations the university entered into with Ivy League universities and other bodies in Europe and America, such as the Postgraduate Scholarship Partnership with the French Government, Staff and Students’ Mobility Programmes with the University of Gavle, Sweden and TUB university, Germany, Blended Learning Program with the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), and many others, are some of the indices propelling the public acceptability and recognition of AE-FUNAI as a serious public university in Nigeria.

Speaking on the recent ranking, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Elom thanked the staff and students as well as the alumni of the university for their astounding academic and industrial efforts, which according to him, have repositioned the university as a top academic brand in Nigeria, assuring that his administration would continue to insist on quality academic activities across board.

He further promised to improve on the methodology of teaching and learning in the university and the continuous provision of better services for students to enable them graduate with the relevant functional knowledge and sellable skills to be globally-competitive in a knowledge-based and digital economy.

ae-funai governing council commends vc for staff-friendly disposition and exceptional performance of varsity in global ranking
The Governing Council of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi state, has commended the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sunday Elom, for his staff-friendly disposition and the exceptional performance of the institution in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2023 Impact Ranking of World Universities.
The commendation was contained in a letter personally signed by the Pro-Chancellor/Chairman of Council, Hon. Isa Musa Matori, dated 22nd June, 2023 which he addressed to the Vice-chancellor.
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Pro-Chancellor/Chairman, Governing Council, Hon. Isa Musa Matori

The letter reads in part: “Council at its 40th Regular Meeting noted with delight the reports of the Appointments & Promotions Committee (A & PC) on the recommendations for the promotion of twenty (20) academic staff of the university to the professorial rank and the excellent rating of the university by the Times Higher Education (THE) of London on the 2023 ranking of World Universities, as first among public universities in Nigeria.
“Council was particularly fascinated by the report that this is the first time the university is attaining such remarkable feat at a stretch.
“This excellent performance underscores your unwavering commitment to exceptional performance and your staff friendly disposition
“Council is greatly impressed by these developments and commends your efforts in nurturing a future for our young university”, he concluded.

CREATIVE IMITATION: AE-FUNAI VC APPLAUDS CENTRE FOR ENTERPRENUERSHIP AND EMPLOYABILITY (CEE)
The Vice-Chancellor of Alex-Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Professor Sunday Oge Elom has commended the creative imitation capabilities of the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Employability of the institution, which has aided in imbuing the students with the requisite functional knowledge and sellable skills to be self-reliant and employable on graduation.

The Vice-Chancellor gave the commendation recently when the Acting Director of the Centre, Dr. Emmanuel Nweze led a team of staff and students to present some of their products to the University Management. The products which included 20 bottles of Liquid soap, 30 bottles of bleach, 19 bottles of perfume, 50 bottles of air freshener, 15 bottles of body spray, 60tins of water disinfectant for bathing, 30tins of toilet/bathroom disinfectant, 40 bottles of hair cream, 50 bottles of anti-dandruff hair shampoo and 6 tie & dye, were produced by students as part of their course work in entrepreneurship.

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Ag. Director, CEE (R) presenting the list of items to rep. of VC, Prof Abel Ezeoha during the event


The Vice-Chancellor who was represented by his deputy in charge of Administration, Prof. Abel Ezeoha said Management was awed by the resourcefulness of the Centre, which is demonstrated by their passion, commitment and quality of leadership, adding that the items would be used in the various offices of the University.

He further commended them on the quality and standard of the products, stressing that it shows that the Centre has been consistent in educating the students, not just on the academic contents of entrepreneurship but also on the strategic importance of acquiring vocational skills that could help them after graduation.

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Rep. of VC, Prof. Abel Ezeoha speaking at the event


He also pointed out the importance of crowd-funding in raising funds for entrepreneurial activities, which according to him, helps students who are committed to the craft but do not have adequate capital to embark on large scale production after graduation, and assured of the management’s support to the Centre to deliver on their mandates.

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Ag. Director, CEE, Dr. Emmanuel Nweze, making his remarks at the event


Earlier, the Acting Director, Centre for Entrepreneurship and Employability, Dr. Emmanuel Nweze said, they came to donate some items produced by students in their entrepreneurial activities , adding that the Centre intends reducing the financial burden of routine purchase of office and toilet disinfectants for students’ hostels and offices from the University Management.

He added that the main aim of the Centre is to train students on vocational skills to enable them be employable and self-reliant after graduation, stressing that the Centre has consistently fulfilled that important mandate.

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Mr. Nwaliede Ezekiel Chukwudi speaking at the event


While sharing his experiences at the Centre, Nwaliede Ezekiel Chukwudi, a 400 level student of the Department of Accountancy, said the Center has helped him to harness some practical skills, aiding him to learn how to modify some products that are already in the market.

He added that with the help of the centre, some students are making and selling some products to make some extra cash to meet their daily needs.

Similarly, Adesanmi Bola Chinasa a 400 level student of the same department, also commended the Centre for imbuing her with life-skills, adding that she can now conveniently write a business plan and proposal.



She further stated that currently she bakes, possesses the ability to market her products effectively and make sales even while still in school.

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Miss Adesanmi Bola Chinasa sharing her experience
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Rep. of VC, Prof. Abel Ezeoha in a group photograph with the staff of CEE after presenting some items to the University Management

AE-FUNAI GOVERNING COUNCIL APPROVES  PROMOTION OF 8 ACADEMIC STAFF TO PROFESSORS, 12 OTHERS TO READERS

The Governing Council of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State has approved the promotion of 8 academic staff of the institution to Professors, and 12 others to Readers.
The Council gave the approval at its 40th Regular Meeting held on Thursday, 22nd June, 2023.

Those elevated to the rank of Professor include: Elom Nwabueze, Professor of Analytical and Environmental Chemistry; Ekwe Amobi Chigozie, Professor of Applied Geophysics; Anyaegbunam Emenike, Professor of Social Psychology; Obidike Paul .C; Professor of Development Finance; Egwu Ogugua, Professor of Anatomical Anthropology; Eteng Mary .I, Professor of Development Sociology; Uwa Clementina .U, Professor of Environmental Biology and Ezeugwu Charles .N, Professor of Water Resources and Environmental Engineering.

Meanwhile the 12 other academics promoted to the position of Reader are: Dr. Munonye Jane, Dr. Okolo Chinwe Jane, Dr. Aloh Rita Uzoma, Dr. Ugwu Fabian D., Dr. Nworie Okoro, Dr. Nwachukwu Arthur Nwachukwu, Dr. Ololo Kennedy, Dr. Agboti Christian .I,  Dr. Ibiam Okechukwu .E, Dr. Uduma Ngozi .E, Dr. Nwosu Innocent .A and Dr. Ume Cyril Sunday.

In total, the Council approved the promotion of 609 staff of the university to the next rank. The breakdown shows that 104 teaching and 505 (308 senior and 196 Junior) non-teaching staff respectively were elevated by Council at the meeting.

Speaking after the meeting, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sunday O. Elom noted that the welfare of staff would remain on the front burner of his administration, assuring that no staff that met the requisite criteria would be victimized or denied promotion under any guise.

He therefore urged those that have benefitted from the promotion to see it as an opportunity to put in extra efforts in the discharge of their official responsibilities, adding that the vision of making AE-FUNAI a world-class institution is a task that must be accomplished.

The Vice-Chancellor further stated that other professorial cadre assessments are still being processed.

EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES IN TEACHING AND LEARNING CAN REVOLUTIONIZE EDUCATION IN NIGERIA – AE-FUNAI VC
The Vice-Chancellor of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Prof. Sunday Elom has said that emerging technologies in teaching and learning can revolutionize education in Nigeria.

The Vice-Chancellor stated this at the opening ceremony of the 3rd International Conference of the Faculty of Education of the institution, themed” Emerging Technologies in the 21st Century Teaching and Learning” held at the Abubakar Adamu Rasheed Auditorium.

The Vice-Chancellor who was represented by the Deputy Vice- Chancellor, Academic, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga, said that emerging technologies have the power to revolutionize education in developing countries like Nigeria by increasing access, quality, equity, and efficiency.

He asserted that the overall goal is to enable more Innovative and engaging teaching methods and learning experiences, adding that the conference is actually coming at the right time when the University is in the process of incorporating blended learning in its academic activities.

Speaking further, the Vice-Chancellor urged scholars in the field of Education and other related disciplines to develop tools that would add v6alue to both teaching and learning in this digital age in order to counter the challenges that confront Education in the 21st Century.

He maintained that in the evolving landscape of Education, institutions are urged to provide technological support that fit the needs of these diverse groups.

He reiterated that AE- FUNAI is adopting emerging technologies in its classrooms in order not to be left behind in this technological age, and admonished the teachers and students to embrace the emerging technologies and step up their digital competencies in order to fulfill the required needs of 21st century classrooms.

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Rep. of VC, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga declaring the conference open
Earlier in her welcome address, the Dean, Faculty of Education, Dr. Francisca Ogba said that the conference is exceptional on its standard as it was aimed at providing a platform for educators, researchers, administrators and other specialists in the field, within and beyond the shores of Nigeria to keep abreast with the changing landscape of education methodologies and to discuss the opportunities and challenges in teaching and learning in the 21st Century classrooms.

The Dean, emphasized that the conference will afford all educators the opportunity to explore the potentials of emerging technologies and their roles in enhancing access to quality education.

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Dean, Faculty of Education, Dr. Fransisca Ogba speaking at the event
The keynote Speaker, Professor Olugbenga Gabriel Akindoju of the Department of Science and Technology Education, Lagos State University, while delivering his Speech on the theme of the conference enumerated the advantages of Electronic Learning to include; cost effectiveness , learners- dependent, quick update, boundless opportunities, good for large groups, ,constant deliver and, quick accessibility, noting that embracing e-learning is the key in Educational Research and Development. He therefore encouraged students and lecturers to avail themselves of the different relevant online tools which include; teachers aid, e-curriculum e.t.c.

He decried the numerous challenges hindering e-learning which include; electricity, funding, attitudes, internet access, policies, digital literacy, skills of the lecturers, and enabling environment.

Proffering solutions, the seasoned researcher said the way forward will be the political will of the government at all levels to support digital and e-learning in schools by adequate funding, more internet access, and digital skill upscale.

An educationist, Prof. Uche Grace Emetarom, a Professor of Educational Administration and Management in the Department of Educational Administration and planning [DEAP] Abia State University, Uturu, who delivered a paper on ‘A Call on Education Stakeholders in Africa’ said the conference was transformative, and an opportunity to impact on oneself. She also noted that Africa as the second largest and second most populous nation after Asia cannot be left out, as Technology has affected Education.

She posited that e-learning has made distance learning and online education an essential part of the Educational System, adding that teaching and learning have become easier with the introduction of digital tools, which also make learning fun.

Prof Emetarom highlighted some important tools in the emerging Technologies to include; artificial Intelligence, set of devices for classrooms, machine Learning, unternet of things { IOTS], cloud computing, robotic process automation, smart classrooms e.t.c.

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Prof,Uche Grace Emetarom, delivering her lecture.
Other keynote speakers at the conference include Engr. Stella Uzochukwu- Dennis from Abuja, Dr, Guoli Kiang from Global Educational Community Ziuonisville U.S.A, Fernando Bolanus Zarate from USA.

The highlights of the event were the presentation of awards to some distinguished individuals for their unparalleled contributions to education. Chief among was the Award of Excellence Service to Humanity to Senator Obinna Ogba , Rt. Hon. Idu Igariwey, Hon. Member Representing Afikpo North and South Federal Constituency, Sir Prince Emeka Urechukwu, CEO Saclux Industries Nig. Ltd. and Dr. Gideon Chidiebere Ossy, an entrepreneur and philanthropist. Others include an Ambassador of Education Award given to Prof. Afam Icha Ituma, Vice- Chancellor, Coal City University Enugu State and Mr. John Onwe, Chairman, Ishielu Local Government Area who were the pioneer Dean and staff of the Faculty respectively.

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Rep. of VC, Prof. Romanus Ejiaga in a group photograph with the Dean, Faculty of Education, Dr. Fransisca Ogba and special guests at the conference

AE-FUNAI FACULTY OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES CALLS FOR DIVERSIFICATION OF NIGERIAN ECONOMY THROUGH BIOSCIENCE RESEARCH
Researchers at the Faculty of Biological Sciences, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State have called for the adoption of Bioscience Research for the diversification and sustainability of the Nigerian economy, noting that economic diversification is the sure-way to go in arresting the array of economic problems facing the country.

The scholars made the submission at the maiden national conference of the Faculty, themed “Bioscience Research: A frontier for Nigerian Economic Diversification and Sustainable Development”, held at the Abubakar Adamu Rasheed Auditorium, which drew a host of researchers and professionals in the field of Bioscience to the University.

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Rep. of VC, Professor Abel Ezeoha (5th L), keynote speaker, Professor Augustine Uwakwe (4th R), Dean, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Professor Akanu Ibiam (3rd R) and some other resource persons and presenters at the conference


While declaring the conference open, the Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Sunday Elom, commended the Faculty for taking the bold step towards keeping the University on the pedestal of higher learning, describing the conference as one that would promote the importance of Bioscience in the country.

The Vice-Chancellor who was represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Administration, Prof Abel Ezeoha, noted that the conference was timely because it came at a period the country was in dire need of research findings that could help in solving some of the economic challenges facing it, adding that the mystery of man and its environment could also be unraveled through functional research.

He also commended the Faculty for unveiling its maiden journal, which he equally acknowledged as meeting international journal standard.

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VC’s Rep, Prof, Abel Ezeoha declaring the conference open


The keynote speaker and the Vice Chancellor, Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State, Professor Augustine A. Uwakwe, in his lecture on the theme of the conference said Nigeria as a developing country has much to do to meet up with advanced countries, hence the need for the conference.

Describing Bioscience as core of research and innovation in curing diseases, providing safe and ample food and water and developing new sources of fuel; he posited that economic diversification via Bioscience research will help support multiple businesses, create a sustainable cycle of economic activities where businesses continually thrive, opening doors for the provision of goods and services that enhance economic flexibility as well as scientific innovation.

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Keynote Speaker and VC, Gregory University, Uturu, Prof. Augustine A. Uwakwe delivering his keynote address at the conference


He therefore urged government at all levels to promote Bioscience research in its jurisdictions, and ensure that people with appropriate knowledge and skills in Pharmaceutical, Medical, Agricultural, Industrial and Scientific aspects of our economy are put at the helm of affairs.

In another vein, Professor Ositadinma C. Ugbogu, a Professor of Micro Biology, Department of Microbiology, Abia State University, Uturu spoke on the topic “Reinvigoration of Bioscience Research in Nigeria for the Enhancement of Food Security and Nutritional Wellbeing”, said food security exist when all people, at all times have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life.

He further opined that Biosciences integrated with novel engineering and technology solutions will help develop precision agriculture and smart technologies including digital and predictive tools to improve decision making in agriculture.

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Prof. Ositadinma C. Ugbogu speaking at the conference


He therefore recommended public investment and new imaginative public-private collaboration to make Bioscience revolution beneficial to developing countries including Nigeria.

Earlier while making his opening remarks, the Dean of the Faculty, Professor Akanu Ibiam, thanked resource persons and participants for being part of the conference, noting that their presence records their contribution as being part of the Nigeria’s march for progress.

He further stated that conferences are strategic academic rituals meant for the growth an academic environment, adding that it also gives the opportunity for the development of the educational system, and the communique raised afterwards helps in solving the teeming problems that bedevil the country.

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Dean, Faculty of Biological Sciences. Prof. Akanu Ibiam delivering his opening remarks at the conference


He therefore thanked the Vice-Chancellor for the level of support he has shown the faculty which has propelled them to work towards achieving the goal of making AE-FUNIA an enviable University.

The highlight of the conference was the launching of the maiden journal of the Faculty of Biological Sciences, AE-FUNAI, with the Vice-Chancellor picking 25 copies for the University Library.