By Mazi Ejimofor Opara, National Publicity Secretary, APGA
Few days ago, Anambra State governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo visited Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe (NOCEN).
To Governor Soludo, the visit was a heartfelt homecoming. What many may not know is that Soludo’s teaching career began at NOCEN. He left a lucrative job at a blue-chip financial consulting firm to pursue a career in academia, showcasing his laser-like focus and commitment to his goals.
As he walked the familiar halls of NOCEN, memories of his early days as a young teacher must have flooded his mind. The nostalgia was palpable, a testament to the profound impact this institution had on shaping the man he is today. For Governor Soludo, NOCEN will always be more than just a school – it’s a reminder of where his passion for teaching first took root.
Interestingly, Governor Soludo also inaugurated a new governing council for NOCEN, tasking them with unlocking the institution’s full potential. He expressed his confidence in the team, led by Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, to drive meaningful change and position NOCEN as a leading institution for teacher education and professional development in Nigeria and beyond.
