The late Biafran leader, Chief Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, is to receive an honorary doctorate in law (Hon. LLD) from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN).
Africa’s richest woman, Mrs. Folorunsho Alakija, is also to receive a doctorate in Business Administration.
Also on the list are Chief Executive of Peace Mass Transport, Samuel Maduka Onyishi and Chief Executive of Innoson Group of Companies Innocent Chukwuma.
Speaking yesterday at a pre-convocation news conference, Vice Chancellor Prof. Bartho Okolo said the award would take place at the 43rd convocation on Saturday.
He said the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, would deliver the Convocation Lecture: “After the Insurgency: Some Thoughts on National Cohesion,’’ on Thursday.” Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday
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I really don't understand y a dead person will be honoured a degree again.. Wat will he use it for?
ReplyDeletePlus,, how did he attain d degree ? Did he skul from the land of d dead.. Someone please explain that...
Anonymous 8:53, rather than lazying about and asking why, why don't you do some research yourself.
DeleteIts a very embarrassing question you're asking. Just read, I'm sure you will find the answers. A hint, google 'why are post humorous awards given'?