Imo State Government has reacted to speculations alleging that it had renamed Imo State University after the late Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari.
The viral statement was contained in a press release allegedly signed by Mr. Nwachukwu, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Hope Uzodinma.
The statement read: “Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has hinted that plans are in place to rename the state-owned Imo State University to Mallam Abba Kyari University. The Governor made this call when the management staff of the university led by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adaobi Obasi paid him a visit at the Executive Chambers of the Imo State Government House.”
“The Governor went on to say that Mallam Abba Kyari played a pivotal role in the liberation of Imo State and no gesture is too big for a man who died as a patriot. The Governor also said that consultations are underway with relevant stakeholders both in the education sector and in the State to critically look at the situation and take a decision.”
“The Governor urged the management staff of IMSU to live up to expectation while pointing out that his administration is very committed to quality education in the State and that Imo State University as the epicentre cannot be left behind.”
Reacting to the viral reports, Nwachukwu said the press statement wasn’t signed by him and should not in any way be attributed to his person.
