Education
THE 2021 edition of Prowess University honorary doctorate awards earlier slated for Feb 27, at the University of Abuja, would now hold on March 27, an official has said in Abuja.
Prof Eze Nwuba, the African Representative of the university, announced the new date in a statement he made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, on Saturday.
Nwuba said that the resolve of the governing council of the University of Abuja to make use of all available halls in the university was the reason for the postponement.
“This according to the university is in compliance with COVID-19 safety measures to allow social distancing during the period of examination.”
He said that the postponement would further give room for more participants in this year’s edition of the honorary awards.
The African Representative, who reiterated the need for total compliance to COVID-19 safety measures, said more Nigerians in leadership would be conferred with Fellowship induction and investitures.
Nwuba added: “this year’s selection is unique because it cuts across all careers and the indices used were strictly based on merit.
“Listed for the fellowship induction are, Dr Paul Ndi, Prof Amani Peniel, Dr Ayo Festus, Prince Chukwuemeka Uba.
“Others are, Mr Thomas Madi, Chairman, Adamawa Pensions Board, David Kente. member North East Development Commission, Mr Dishi Khobe, Commissioner for Agriculture, Adamawa state, among others.
Nwuba said that all the expected recipients of the honorary awards had distinguished themselves in the service of humanity.
Prowess University is a U.S private university based in the state of Delaware. (NAN)
– Feb. 20, 2021 @ 18:38 GMT |
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