ENCOURAGEMENT FROM THE PULPIT
UNIZIK Catholic Chaplaincy Commends VC’s Vision of Excellence
The newly posted Chaplain of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Chaplaincy, in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Rev. Fr. Killian Ike, has commended the Vice-Chancellor's vision of excellence for the University evident in various progress report recorded within the last 10 months of his administration.
Fr. Ike spoke during a courtesy visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ugochukwu Bond Anyaehie, where he formally introduced himself and the chaplaincy to the VC.
The cleric explained that the visit was intended to formally introduce himself and the chaplaincy to the Vice-Chancellor. While commending the Vice-Chancellor's vision of excellence for the University, he expressed confidence that God would continue to strengthen him and grant him the wisdom to actualise the vision. He also acknowledged the progress made by the Vice-Chancellor since assuming office.
Extending an invitation on behalf of the chaplaincy, the Vice-Chairman of the Chaplaincy Council, Emeritus Prof. Brian Adimma, invited the Vice-Chancellor to the chaplaincy's 2026 Harvest Thanksgiving and Bazaar, scheduled for Sunday, November 15, 2026, at the church premises. The event, themed "Harvest of Uncommon Blessings," will commence with Mass at 9:00 a.m., followed by the bazaar.
In his response, the Vice-Chancellor thanked the delegation for the visit and the invitation. He appreciated the chaplain's prayers and encouragement, noting that the University's pursuit of excellence remained a priority. He expressed hope that, with God's guidance and support, the University would continue to make progress towards achieving its institutional goals.
Other members of the delegation included Rev. Fr. Fidelis Izuakor, Priest-in-Residence; Prof. Ikechukwu Umeh, Secretary of the Chaplaincy Council; Engr. Prof. Paul Okolie; and Prof. Greg Obiamalu, a member of the chaplaincy.
Public Relations Unit, UNIZIK
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