Prof. Obiaocha Nwaogwugwu Calls for Revamp of Uniport's Institute of Agricultural Research and Development (IAR&D). Speaking at the 10th Faculty of Agriculture Lecture on Thursday, 6th August 2026, a Professor Nwaogwugwu, Professor of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, urged the University to reconstitute and strengthen the Institute's research unit while establishing an Extension Unit to bridge the gap between the University and surrounding communities through expanded outreach programmes. Declaring the lecture open on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, Professor Chike Princewill, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration and Advancement), Professor Chukwudi Onyeaso, encouraged all faculties to sustain regular public lectures as platforms for intellectual exchange and innovation. Earlier, the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Professor Nene Jamabo, reaffirmed the Faculty's commitment to the lecture series, describing it as an important avenue for sharing research findings and engaging key stakeholders. Unique Stoary...digital heartbeat of Uniport. 📌 Join the Unique Stoary Community on Telegram let's have real time discussions on latest happenings and matters arising in Uniport. Click on this link to join https://t.me/uniquestoary _____________________________________________ We have a WhatsApp channel. Do well to follow for exclusive offers, placements and real time updates; https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbAYOmR05MUbjMcimM00 _____________________________________________ #UniqueStoary #Uniport #Stoary #ABetterUniport #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife #CampusUpdate #UniversityOfPortHarcourt