The Nigeria programme director of Asia Pacific Sports International, Mr Chinedu Nsofor, has described the past four years of the immediate past deputy governor of Imo state, Prof Placid Njoku as economically useful.
Nsofor said Njoku’s synergy with Governor Hope Uzodimma brought a lot of economic and infrastructural changes in the state.
According to him, Njoku who was the pioneer Vice Chancellor of the University of Agriculture, Umudike now Michael Okpara University brought in his wealth of experience to transform the educational sector in the state.
He said “From the beginning, Prof. Njoku demonstrated an extraordinary level of dedication in his role. His collaborative spirit with the governor was instrumental in achieving numerous milestones for the state.
“Their partnership became a model for effective governance, showcasing the power of unity, synergy and shared vision in driving progress. His exceptional loyalty to the governor was without repugnancy.
“He projected his principal’s image bringing his wealth of knowledge and passion for positive change to the forefront of Imo state’s governance.
“One of Prof Njoku’s most notable achievements was his role in promoting the image of the 3R administration and also spearheading educational reforms in Imo state.
“As an academician himself, he recognized the transformative potential of education and worked tirelessly to improve the quality of schools, provided quality advice for the enhancement of curriculum standards, and provided better opportunities for students of Imo State using his wide range of both national and international networks in the educational sector. And working with the governor, Imo state witnessed a significant rise in educational standards and increased access to quality learning”, Nsofor said.
He regretted that Njoku would be greatly missed by the people of the state for all his wonderful achievements.
“As Prof Njoku takes a bow of honour after four years of selfless and dutiful service, the people of Imo state reflect on the legacy of exceptional loyalty and the values of hard work and servant leadership he leaves behind. His tenure has been a testament to the power of collaboration, dedication, and a shared vision for progress despite visible hardships faced during times of global health, economic and security challenges.
