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𝐔𝐀𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐄𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐒 𝐍𝐔𝐈𝐒 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐋𝐃 𝐖𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓
(UAT Library, 2025-06-21) 𝐔𝐀𝐓
Earlier yesterday, the University of Africa Toru-orua played host to the World Wide President of the National Union of Izon-Ibe Students Comrade Josiah Temeoweimiebi Precious in company of other national NUIS Executives.
The NUIS delegation which was jointly received by the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Professor Barclays Foubiri Ayakoroma; the Deputy Vice Chancellor, The Registrar, Dr. Akpoebi Adesi and other members of staff came for the inauguration of the executives for the University of Africa Chapter and also to intimate the management of the university on the importance to preserve the ijaw language, culture and ways of life of the Ijaw people, being a university sited to cater to the needs of the inter-land Ijaw dwellers.
The National President noted that his executives are currently on a planned campus tour and they have decided to begin the tour at the University of Africa. He further pleaded that the university constantly cater to the needs of the Ijaw Students and ensure they get the best form of education paying emphasis on the preservation of the Ijaw cultural heritage.
Receiving the NUIS delegates, the Deputy Vice Chancellor, expressed joy at the agenda of the NUIS executives stating that the Ijaw language is gradually fading away and as such the move of the executive is a very timely one. He informed that the University of Africa Toru-orua is already on the fore-front to ensure that students appear descent at all times. He added that the newly elected executives should ensure that during the students’ week, a session is made out for Ijaw language exhibitions and the Ijaw cultural attires.
Lending his voice, the Acting Dean of Student Affair, Dr. Dunu Benson, also commended the move of the NUIS executives at preserving the culture of the Ijaw heritage. He pointed out that Ijaw being the fourth largest tribe in Nigeria, our language and ways of life must not be lost.
Highpoint of the meeting was the announcement of cash prices for best dressed Ijaw boy and girl by members of the management during the student week that is just around the corner.
The curtesy visit had in attendance the UAT SUG President, Comrade Barbie Mparu and her executives, the Newly elected UAT NUIS executives led by Ogbodana Fidelis Selekeri.
The meeting which held in Izon language attendees a time to go back to the roots.
@2025 𝒰𝒜𝒯 ℐ𝓃𝒻ℴ𝓇𝓂𝒶𝓉𝒾ℴ𝓃 𝒰𝓃𝒾𝓉
The Visitor and the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri
(UAT Library, 2025-06-21) The Visitor and the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri
At the First Combined Convocation Ceremony of the University of Africa Toru-Orua (UAT), the presence of His Excellency, Senator Douye Diri, Governor of Bayelsa State and Visitor to the University, added profound significance to the occasion. As Visitor, Governor Diri serves as a ceremonial and strategic figure, embodying the link between the university and the state government.
In his address, the Governor reaffirmed the commitment of the Bayelsa State Government to the growth and sustainability of UAT as a center of academic excellence. He emphasized education as a cornerstone of the state's development agenda and lauded the graduating students for their perseverance and academic achievement. Governor Diri highlighted the state’s continuous investment in infrastructure, staffing, and program development within the university, calling on stakeholders to uphold high standards in service delivery and intellectual output.
His remarks also addressed the broader vision of positioning UAT as a competitive and innovative institution within Nigeria and beyond. The Governor’s presence symbolized both governmental support and a strong endorsement of UAT’s role in shaping the future leaders of Bayelsa State and the nation at large.
Principal Officers
(UAT Library, 2025-06-21) Principal Officers
The first combined convocation ceremony of the University of Africa Toru-Orua (UAT) marked a historic milestone in the institution’s academic journey, celebrating the graduation of multiple cohorts. At the heart of this momentous occasion were key principal officers — the University Librarian, the Bursar, and the Registrar — whose roles were instrumental in both the preparatory and ceremonial processes.
The University Librarian, as the custodian of knowledge and academic resources, played a pivotal role in supporting the scholarly growth of the graduating students. Their address highlighted the strides made in digital access, library automation, and the expansion of research resources, which collectively contributed to the academic success being celebrated.
The Bursar underscored the university’s financial stewardship and the prudent management of resources that sustained academic programs and infrastructural development. In their remarks, emphasis was placed on transparency, accountability, and the innovative financial strategies that enabled the institution to host such a large-scale event without compromising its fiscal health.
The Registrar, charged with the administrative and academic record-keeping functions of the university, coordinated the convocation process. This included the collation and validation of graduates’ records, protocol arrangements, and the official release of degree certifications. Their presentation acknowledged the collaborative efforts of academic departments and administrative units in ensuring the seamless organization of the ceremony.
Convocation Speech
(UAT Library, 2025-06-21) Douye Diri
The Governor of the State, Douye Diri, who is also the Visitor of the University, delivered his Convocation Speech at the first Combined Convocation Ceremony of the University of Africa, Bayelsa State, commending the institution’s rapid growth and reaffirming his administration’s commitment to supporting higher education in the state
His installation as Chancellor of the University of Africa, Toru-Orua
(UAT Library, 2025-06-21) Dr. Nwachuku Obuoha Nnam
His Eminence, Dr Nwachuku Obuoha Nnam Obi III, Oba of Ogbaland, is a revered monarch, legal scholar, and public servant with a distinguished career in traditional leadership, academia, and the oil and gas industry. He was born into the royal Umuebe Kindred in 1966 during Nigeria's turbulent post-independence era and has been groomed from childhood under the guidance of his father, the late Oba Chukumela Nnam Obi II. A seasoned legal professional, Dr. Obi holds multiple degrees in law, including a master’s from the National Open University of Nigeria, and has served in numerous leadership roles across both state and federal institutions. As a devout Anglican Christian and custodian of Ogba culture, he embodies the blend of spiritual conviction, intellectual rigour, and royal tradition. His installation as Chancellor of the University of Africa, Toru-Orua, marks a symbolic convergence of knowledge, heritage, and service.