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By Madu Obi
The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Dr. Francisca Nwafulugo has bowed out after completing her eventful five - year tenure.
Her tenure witnessed a great transformation of the institution with massive infrastructure development and mounting of new courses.
At her valedictory thanksgiving at the Anglican Chapel of the Light, Oko, the Vicar of the Church, Rev. Canon Emmanuel Ogudoro likened Dr. Nwafulugo to the Biblical Tabitha (Dorcas) who led a selfless and impactful life.
He eulogized the outgoing Rector and described her as a leader who left a lot of legacy during her tenure that spanned from February, 2019 to February, 2024.
The cleric observed that despite enormous challenges, including scarce resources, Nwafulugo performed creditably and urged other administrators, leaders and women to emulate her good virtues.
He also prayed God to reward her with other higher and favourable appointments to enable her continue her good works.
In her speech, Nwafulugo dedicated the successful completion of her tenure to the Almighty God who, according to her, saw her through thick and thin of the five years journey as the Polytechnic Rector.
She expressed gratitude to her family and colleagues, praying God to bless them and lift them in their endeavours.She said: "You people should help me to thank my husband, Chief Prince Theo Nwafulugo, for his support and encouragement.
If he was not there to spur me in the face of threats, challenges and opposition, I might not have achieved much.
"I thank God Almighty for giving me people like the former Acting Rector, Dr. Izuchukwu Onu, who received me in 2019 and later became my deputy, my twin brothers the Deputy Rector, Admin, Dr. Kenneth Ezekwe and the Deputy Rector, Academics, Dr. Uche Onyegbu.
"The Acting Registrar, Obini Onuchukwu, my foot soldier, the Bursar, Mr. Stephen Udu, the Polytechnic Librarian, Dr. Nwabu Ezemba, my Protocol/PRO, Mr. Chijioke Ibeziakor, the anti cult, the security, all the staff and the Students.
"My special thanks also go to the the host communities of Oko, Ufuma and Atani, including their traditional rulers for being supportive and accommodating at all times. It was God's favour that helped us not to experience any clashes or cult case from students.
"I want to use this avenue to apologize to any person or group I may have offended in the course of carrying out my legitimate duties as the Rector. No one is perfect. May God give you the heart to forgive and forget the hurts, thank you.’’
She advised the school management to continue in the same team spirit, inclusive leadership, hard work and excellence of duty performance.
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