Bayelsa University Installs Och’Idoma as New Chancellor

The Paramount Ruler of Idoma Worldwide, Och’Idoma Agaba-Idu, Elaigwu Obagaji, has been installed as the Chancellor of the Federal University, Otuoke, located in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.

According to NIGERIA NEWS 247, the installation ceremony took place on Thursday at the university’s main campus as part of activities marking the institution’s second combined convocation, which also featured the convocation lecture.

Upon accepting the role, the Idoma monarch pledged to serve the university with sincerity and dedication. “I shall serve with openness, goodwill, and a genuine desire to make this institution a home of excellence and pride. The Federal University of Otuoke carries a responsibility to raise men and women who can build, innovate, and heal this great nation,” he said.

Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Ali Sa’ad Birnin Kudu, expressed optimism about the appointment, stating that the installation would bring transformative benefits to the institution.