Hezekiah University Umudi

Hezekiah University Celebrates Maiden Convocation with Dignitaries and Academic Excellence
2025-03-14 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Hezekiah University, the first private university in Imo State, marked a historic milestone with its Maiden Convocation on Friday, 7th and Saturday, 8th March 2025. The two-day event took place at the university’s serene and picturesque campus in Ishiala Umudi, Nkwerre Local Government Area, and was attended by distinguished dignitaries, including the Executive Governor of Imo State, His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodimma, and the First Lady of Imo State, Barr. Chioma Uzodimma.

The convocation celebrated the university’s remarkable achievements, with an impressive array of academic and infrastructural milestones. Hezekiah University, fondly called “The University of the Moment,” has been committed to academic excellence and strong moral values since its inception. Founded by the visionary and faith-driven Most Reverend Professor Daddy Hezekiah O.O.N, the university has grown from offering ten academic programs to a diverse range of 19 fully accredited courses, all approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC).

As a faith-based institution, Hezekiah University stands out not only for its academic prowess but also for its world-class facilities. These include state-of-the-art classrooms, science laboratories, a Moot Court, Radio and TV studios, an Olympic-sized sports complex, and well-furnished student hostels. Students at Hezekiah University enjoy a seamless academic experience, supported by dedicated staff members who benefit from timely pay and attractive welfare packages, ensuring no disruption to the academic calendar.
This commitment to excellence is further demonstrated through affordable tuition fees, with generous subsidies from the philanthropic Chancellor, Most Reverend Professor Daddy Hezekiah, ensuring that students receive quality education without financial strain.

The convocation began with a thought-provoking lecture titled “Paradigm Shift, Soliloquy and Fungibility of Stemming the Tide of Education in Nigeria: Opportunities Missed and Paths Not Taken,” delivered by Professor Aloysius-Micheals Okolie, Vice-Chancellor of Enugu State University of Science and Technology. This lecture set the tone for the events, offering insights into the state of education in Nigeria and the need for transformative reforms.

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Hezekiah University’s maiden convocation ceremony was a momentous occasion, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s history. The event took place on March 8, 2025, at the university’s sports complex. During the ceremony, the university conferred honors on its graduating students, and the Chancellor, His Grace Most Rev Prof Daddy Hezekiah, charged the graduands to be good ambassadors of their alma mater. The university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Anthony N. Okere, expressed joy over the occasion, congratulating the graduates, senate, and attendees for collectively sustaining the Chancellor’s hopes and aspirations. One of the highlights of the ceremony was the conferment of an honorary doctorate degree on Chief Barr. Chioma Uzodinma, the wife of Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to women empowerment and girl-child advocacy. The Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma, who was also in attendance, assured that the state government would continue to partner with Hezekiah University to promote quality education in the state. He also commissioned the university’s Academic Complex and Mother Mary Okanu-Onukogu Male Hostel. Overall, Hezekiah University’s maiden convocation ceremony was a resounding success, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s history and reinforcing its commitment to academic excellence and community service. #HEZEKIAHUNIVERSITY #imostate #privateuniversity #UnihezConvocation #ConvocationCeremony #UniHez #fyp #fypシ゚ #fyppppppppppppppppppppppp #fypp #fypviral #fyppp #Convocation2025 #Unihez #HezekiahUniversity
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The event also featured the commissioning of new projects, including two ultra-modern student hostels and the magnificent Law Faculty Building. These additions further enhance the university’s commitment to providing students with an environment conducive to learning and growth. The inauguration of the Alumni Officers added another milestone, bringing together Hezekiah University graduates to support the institution’s future.

The convocation ceremony culminated on Saturday, 8th March 2025, with the award of first degrees and the conferment of honorary degrees. One of the highlights of the ceremony was the honorary Doctor of Public Administration (Honoris Causa) awarded to Barr. Chioma Uzodimma, the First Lady of Imo State, in recognition of her contributions to public service and education.

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Congratulations!!! Thanks to God for a successful convocation #convocation
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Governor Hope Uzodimma, who was in attendance, commended the vision of the university’s founder, Most Reverend Professor Daddy Hezekiah, and announced an initial donation of N250 million to support the university’s future growth. He also expressed his commitment to transforming the education sector in Imo State through various reforms and policy changes, including fostering a stronger partnership between public and private educational institutions.

In his remarks, the Governor acknowledged President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to improve Nigeria’s education system through initiatives such as the Students’ Loan Programme and increased funding for education at all levels. Governor Uzodimma also commended the quality of education at Hezekiah University, emphasizing the state’s continued collaboration with the institution.
The university’s Proprietor and Chancellor, Most Reverend Professor Daddy Hezekiah, expressed gratitude to the Governor for his support and emphasized the importance of government funding for private universities to remain competitive with public institutions. He also appealed for federal government interventions, such as grants and funding, to support the growth of private universities across Nigeria.
Hezekiah University’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Anthony Okere, congratulated the graduating students and commended the collective efforts of the university’s faculty, staff, and administration for their unwavering dedication to academic excellence.
As Hezekiah University celebrates its first-ever convocation, the event serves as a testament to the institution’s vision, dedication, and commitment to producing well-rounded graduates who are not only academically sound but also morally upright. The convocation marked a historic moment for the university and a significant contribution to the advancement of education in Imo State and Nigeria at large.
Hezekiah University – Leading the Way in Academic Excellence and Moral Integrity.

Computer Science Departmental Day
2019-07-25 13:00 - 17:00 | Hezekiah University Academic Complex, Hezekiah University, Umudi, Imo State, Nigeria
The Department of Computer Science, Hezekiah University, Umudi, Imo State cordially invites the University community to its first Departmental Day/Launching of the Departmental Album.
Its worthy of note that the Department was one of the pioneer departments in Hezekiah University and after four years of full operation is set to graduate its first set by the end of the present academic session.

Students' Award Day
2019-04-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Hezekiah University Academic Complex, Hezekiah University, Umudi, Imo State, Nigeria
Students’ Award Day
Having held one of the biggest event on campus other than the Matriculation of
new students into Hezekiah University, Prestigious awards were given to so many
deserving students of this great Institution that showed values and morals which
they exemplify. Awards to acknowledge the achievements of exceptional students
of the University were given to brilliant and talented students that showed various
levels of uniqueness. Awards are ways of encouraging good behavior and
inculcating competitive spirit that will make the students work hard. These
wonderful students exhibit qualities that will not only help them in achieving their
goals, but also bring glory and success to the University.
Miss Economics
From the department of Economics, my name is Ngameduru Loretta Chidinma and with a glad heart having had the opportunity to receive this wonderful award of Miss Economics 2017, I say a very big thank you to everyone who vouched and voted for me. Economics department is one of the departments in the Faculty of Management and Social Sciences in Hezekiah University and with all evidence, it has and will continue to be one of the best department on campus. The department of Economics have given its students a healthy and fairly competitive environment to help them grow in every sphere of activity, both academics and other extra-curricular activities. Equal opportunities have been given to all the students in this great department of Economics so that the students can realize their true potential and get ready to face the outside world once they complete their studies in the University, and I am much pleased to accept with a humble heart the award of Miss Economics 2017 as a sign of excellent performance and potential leader.
Best Dressed
Holding up to the moral standards of this Great University, I have been privileged to be awarded with the title of Best Dressed 2017, by name Okide Eunice Chidinma. Decent dressing is something one should be very proud off, we are addressed where ever we go by the way we dress and present ourselves, and we don’t need to be naked or dress inappropriately before we can look good. The way we dress will determine the way people talk to us, I am happy and will continue to live an exemplary lifestyle by showing people that we don’t have to expose our body before we can be admired.
Awardees showing gratitude by giving some of their lecturers gift items

SIWES Defence for Pioneer Students
2019-03-25 11:00 - 2019-03-26 17:00 | Hezekiah University Seminar Hall, Hezekiah University, Imo State, Nigeria
SIWES FOR THE PIONEER STUDENTS
The Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) is a programme organized to enable students acquire practical experience in their field of study. The experience enables the students to learn the usefulness and applicability of their field of study to the outside world.
Hezekiah University is very proud as the pioneer students embarked on their six (6) months Industrial Training having met all requirements and came back fully loaded with excitements and testimonies.
Listen to the students:

SIWES REVIEW BY THE PIONEER STUDENTS
The Industrial Training (IT) was a great experience for me because of the practical nature of computer science. I am indeed, proud and glad to be one of the pioneer students that went for the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES). UZOMA CLINTON, DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE.

The SIWES was absolutely a wonderful experience for me. It gave me the opportunity to see the practical aspect of all I have been studying in school and how it is applicable in real life. I believe that SIWES is a programme that should be encouraged globally and in all departments. ODOZOR LOVETH, DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE.
I am glad that my department took part in the SIWES programme. I really learnt a lot in the six months industrial training (IT). It really helped to improve my level of understanding of the interface between Plant and Chemical Science and the wider world.
CHINYERE IKECHUKWU, DEPARTMENT OF PLANT AND CHEMICAL SCIENCES.

Very Large Databases (VLDB) Conference/Workshop
2017-07-10 - 2017-07-15 | University of Ibadan, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo STate, Nigeria
Conference/Workshop on Very Large Databases
Some students and a member of staff in the Department of Mathematics/ Computer Science, Hezekiah University Umudi, were given scholarships to attend a Conference/Workshop on Very Large DataBases (VLDB) which took place at the Distant Learning Centre of the Prestigious University of Ibadan, Nigeria.
Among a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students, instructors, scholars, and researchers from all over the country that applied for the conference/workshop, fortunately, four students and a member of staff of the Department of Mathematics/Computer Science, Hezekiah University, were invited. The students are Odozor Loveth Amarachi, Azodo Maryann Gold, Ugowezie David .N., and Osita Ujunwa .O., and the lecturer is Mr. Ayetuoma Isaac .O.
The conference was organized by Professor Jenifer Widom of the famous Stanford University England (who has more than 25 years experience as an instructor in Computer Science), in collaboration with the Association of Computer Machineries (ACM) Ibadan Chapter. The workshop covered the areas of Big Data Analysis, Collaborative Thinking and Women in Technology.
It was Quite an Experience
The four day workshop was sponsored by many firms and big organizations such as Google, Total, Association of Computer Machinery (ACM) Ibadan chapter, Stanford University, among others. It was quite an experience because of the practical and hands-on nature of the workshop.
A PICTURE WITH THE INSTRUCTOR, Professor Jenifer Widom of the famous Stanford
University England.
