STUDENTS' REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL (THE SENATE) STUDENTS' UNION GOVERNMENT UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT THE SENATE ALL CORRESPONDENCE TO THE OFFICE OF THE SENATE PRESIDENT, SUG SECRETARIAT UNIPORT PREAMBLE The 10th Students' Representative Council (The Senate), of the Students' Union Government, University Of Port Harcourt on Tuesday, 30th of June, 2026 in exercise of its Constitutional and Legislative powers. A total of 62 Senators were in attendance, thereby forming a quorum for the legislative business of the day. The Senate President declared the plenary open. The Aluta Anthem was duly observed. The Plenary Proceedings Commenced with an Opening Prayer led by Sen. Bestman Ayebaye. RESOLUTIONS OF THE SITTING Adoption Of Agenda The Senate President read the agenda for the day. The adoption of the agenda forday as a working document was moved by Sen. Amarachi Atuoma and seconded by Sen. Adumo Favour. Address by the Senate President i) The Senate President frowns at the impersonation of the Senate Leadership by unscrupulous element masquerading themselves as Senate Leadership. ii) The Senate President averred that the Senate does not have any faction and that the authentic Senate is that led by his humble self and duly recognized by the School, with the Mace Signifying Symbol of authority. COMMITTEE FINDINGS The Committee which was set up by the Senate President to investigate some of the Pertinent issues Surrounding the Executive President, Senator Tamunotonye Amaechi Olaziba Walson, The Students' Union Treasurer, Ejike Lovechi and the Financial Secretary. The Committee reports that: (i) The Committee read that after the Executive President sent out a plea for extension by a week for account of stewardship upon receiving the Correspondence from the Senate which was granted, but up until this day, the Executive President has evaded the Committee's Call. (ii) The Committee finds that the Treasurer/Financial Secretary made revelations regarding the siphoning of funds and illegally transferring monies made for the Union to his Personal accounts, with evidence she presented. The Committee also found that the President has since been acting against the extant laws of the Constitution and has operated in a manner akin to executive rascality. In view of the recent developments, Senator Caleb Asemo moved a motion for impeachment of the Executive President and seconded by Senator Obed. A Voice Vote was had and the majority had it. (iii) The Senate President directs that Vice President Etim Blessing takes over immediately. ACTIONS OF THE DEPUTY SENATE PRESIDENT Following the Unconstitutional acts by the Deputy Senate President, Iben. Uranta by setting up a faction of the Authentic Senate and parading himself as an acting Senate President without any crisis emanating from the Senate or any formal delegation by the Senate President to act on his behalf, A motion for indefinite suspension of the Deputy Senate President was moved by Senator James Veta and seconded by Senator Amarachi Fortunate. A two-third Vote was had and the majority had it. ADJOURNMENT Having exhausted the agenda of the day, motion for adjournment was moved by Senator Letom Earnest and seconded by Senator Gabriel Miebi. A Closing Prayer was taken by Senator Fortunate Amarachi. Signed Dist. Sen. Bestman Ayebaye Illegimokuma The Senate President Dist. Sen. Ejims Emmanuel Victory The Clerk 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 #UniportSUG #SUGUniport #SUG #ABetterUniport #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife #CampusUpdate #UniversityOfPortHarcourt

STUDENTS' UNION GOVERNMENT UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT East-West Road P.O. Box 5323 Choba, Rivers State EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT Sen. Amaechi Walson Tamunotonye O. Our Ref: SUG/UNIPORT/PRS/2026/0024 Your Ref: ____________ Date: 30/06/2026 CALL FOR CONGRESS I bring you solidarity greetings in the spirit of Aluta. I can feel the pulse of the Union and I hear clamours of distrust and dissatisfaction growing among us. I have no intention of keeping the student community in the dark. Managing the Union and balancing academics has indeed been a tremendous task. No reason would be convenient enough to excuse this lacuna. It is on this premise that I have decided to call for a University wide congress. The purpose of this congress is to give a full account of stewardship directly to the students community and for the congress to approve key decisions in line with the provisions of the constitution. The details of the congress are as follows; Date: 20th July, 2026. Time: 3pm Venue: 7 in 1 TETFund Auditorium We will do our best to finalize all preparations to ensure the smooth organization of the congress. I hereby constitute a joint committee comprising the Senate President, Chief Judge, All Faculty Presidents and Hostel leaders to champion the process of seeing to the actualization of the congress. I will chair the committee. We will meet in due course to chart the way forward to the success of the exercise. I urge all members of the Union to remain calm and support us in ensuring a peaceful and united Union. Cc: DSA CSO Faculty Presidents Signed Sen. Amaechi Walson Tamunotonye Executive President 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 #UniportSUG #SUGUniport #SUG #ABetterUniport #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife #CampusUpdate #UniversityOfPortHarcourt

“Education is not the learning of many facts, but the training of the mind to think.” Second semester begins today. For some, it’s another fresh start. For others, it’s the final semester of their Uniport journey. No matter where you stand, approach this semester with purpose, discipline, and consistency. The goal is not just to pass exams, but to grow, think better, and become better. Make this semester count. Have a blessed week. 📌 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 #MondayMotivation #Monday #MotivationalQuotes #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife

University of Port Harcourt Hosts the 2026 African Employment, Entrepreneurship and Employability Conference. The choice of Uniport, according to the Registrar of the Certified Institute of Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Education (CIEEE), was well informed considering the entrepreneurship leadership role of the University of Port Harcourt. Uniport water, Uniport bakery, Uniport paints, Uniport Julirose Hotel, etc., lends credence to the choice of Uniport for this unique event held at the expansive auditorium of the CBN Centre of Excellence, Abuja Campus. The Uniport Vice Chancellor Prof. Owunari Georgewill congratulated all fellowship awardees and inductees on their various recognitions and awards. Notably, Prof. Georgewill was honored with the CIEEE’s African Most Outstanding Vice Chancellor in Pharmapreneurship and Entrepreneurial Academic Leadership Award. This prestigious merit award recognizes his innovative contributions to healthcare and pharmaceutical services, as well as his proactive leadership in creating social, environmental, and economic opportunities across Africa. Furthermore, Prof. Owunari Abraham Georgewill was admitted as a Distinguished Fellow and Certified Entrepreneur (Dist.FCIEEE, CEnt). This recognition, conferred by the Governing Council of the CIEEE on this day, 5th May 2026, highlights their satisfaction of the high educational, professional, and experience standards prescribed by the Institute. Congratulations to the Vice Chancellor on these well-deserved honors. 📌 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 #UniportBusiness #Entrepreneurship #CampusGist #CampusLife

🎙️ BOLD Conversations – Episode 14 Topic: OPPORTUNITY VS LUCK: What Really Changes People’s Lives? We often hear that "luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity." But what happens when you’ve prepared for years and the door never opens? Or when someone else steps into a life-changing moment seemingly out of nowhere, while you’re still grinding in the shadows? Is your success a result of the strategic moves you made, or were you just in the right room at the right time? Can you actually "manufacture" luck, or are we all just players in a game of cosmic coincidence? Tonight, we are pulling back the curtain on the mechanics of success. We’re asking: If hard work was the only variable, wouldn't everyone at the bottom be at the top by now? Stop attributing everything to "grace" or "hustle" for a moment. Let’s talk about the thin line between the breaks we earn and the breaks we’re given. 🗓 Today Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | 7PM 📍 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquestoary Today’s fourteenth episode of BOLD Conversations is for everyone wondering if their big break is a matter of time or a matter of chance. See you by 7PM. Let’s make BOLD. BOLD Conversations — where minds are sharpened, perspectives are stretched, and clarity begins with courage. _____________________________________________ 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 #BOLDConversations #ABetterUniport #StudentStories #CampusGist

Editorial: The Power of Direction in Defining Success. In a world that constantly celebrates speed, noise, and visibility, it is easy to confuse motion with progress. Every day, young people are pressured to “do more,” “be more,” and “achieve faster.” But in the midst of this rush, one critical question often goes unanswered: Are we moving in the right direction? Success is not merely about activity; it is about intentionality. At its core, success begins with clarity—understanding what truly matters. Without this, effort becomes scattered, energy is wasted, and even achievements feel empty. Many students today find themselves overwhelmed not because they lack ambition, but because they lack direction. They chase trends, follow noise, and measure their worth by standards they did not set. But direction changes everything. When you identify your priorities, you gain control over your time, your energy, and ultimately, your future. Direction means choosing purpose over pressure. It means saying no to distractions that do not align with your goals. It requires discipline—the kind that keeps you focused even when motivation fades. This is especially important in an academic environment where distractions are constant and expectations are high. Exams, social life, financial pressures, and personal growth all compete for attention. Without a clear direction, it is easy to drift. But with intention, every action becomes meaningful. Winning, therefore, is not just about external achievements. It is about mastering the internal battles—against doubt, fear, procrastination, and emotional instability. The greatest victories are often invisible: choosing consistency over excuses, focus over distraction, and purpose over fleeting satisfaction. As students and young professionals, the challenge is not just to succeed, but to succeed right. To build a life that is not only impressive on the outside but fulfilling on the inside. So pause. Reflect. Identify what truly matters to you. Then move—not randomly, but intentionally because in the end, success is not defined by how fast you move, but by how well you choose your direction. 📌 Join the Unique Stoary Community on Telegram let's have real time discussions on latest happenings and matters arising. 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 #ABetterUniport #Editorial #UniportNews #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife #CampusUpdate #UniportStudents #StudentLife

🛑 FACT CHECK: Is the Uniport Smartphone Ban Memo Real? A memo regarding a "Revised Policy on the Use of Mobile Devices" has been circulating since yesterday afternoon, causing quite a stir within the University of Port Harcourt community. However, after comparing this document with verified memos recently issued by the Dean of Student Affairs, several red flags suggest it is fake. At Unique Stoary, we prioritize accuracy over speed to ensure our community stays informed, not misinformed. Here is why this document didn't pass our verification check: 1. Inconsistent Formatting Official Uniport memos follow a specific template, as seen in the verified documents from March 13th and 14th regarding departmental dues and the Director of Socials. This viral smartphone memo lacks the standard "Memorandum" layout and uses a header style that doesn't align with official university administrative records. 2. Unbelievable Content The message—claiming an immediate prohibition of all smartphones (specifically naming brands like Samsung, iPhones, and Tecno) in favor of "button phones"—is highly impractical for a modern academic environment. A policy of this magnitude would typically require a formal rollout from the University Senate. 3. Signature Discrepancies The signature on the smartphone memo does not match the official signature of the Dean of Student Affairs, Prof. Chima Chibuike Wokocha found on verified university documents. The "official" signature is consistent across genuine memos, while the viral one appears to be totally different. 4. No Official Confirmation The SUG Director of Information (DOI) typically posts official memos almost immediately. As of now, no official student government or Management channel has verified or shared this document. In an era of "viral" misinformation, don't be the one to spread it. For genuine, double-checked Uniport news and campus updates, follow Unique Stoary on all platforms: WhatsApp Channel, Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Cikamo, and TikTok @uniquestoary. 📢 Help Stop the Spread: Share this post with your departmental and faculty groups to ensure no student falls for this hoax. ⚠️ Verdict: Always verify information through the SUG Secretariat or the Dean's office before sharing. _____________________________________________ 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 #Cikamo #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife #FactCheck #CampusNews #AuthenticReporting #UniportStudents

Systems Thinking, Standing Ovation: Prof. Tobinson Briggs Redefines the Future of Engineering at Uniport's 208th Inaugural Lecture. The air in the CBN Centre of Excellence, Abuja Campus was electric as the University of Port Harcourt hosted its 208th Inaugural Lecture. But this wasn't just another academic milestone—it was a masterclass in the future of technology. Professor Tobinson Alasin Briggs took to the podium at the Main Auditorium to deliver a definitive discourse on the backbone of modern innovation. His lecture, centered on the critical role of Systems Engineering, served as a wake-up call for the industry: if we want sustainable, emerging technologies, we must first master the art of the "system." Prof. Briggs argued that the "tonic" for sustainability in our rapidly evolving tech landscape isn't found in isolated gadgets, but in the sound knowledge and rigorous application of Systems Engineering. He masterfully broke down how complex architectures—from smart infrastructure to advanced manufacturing—rely on integrated systems to function efficiently and endure the test of time. As a Professor of Systems Engineering, Prof. Briggs didn't just deliver a lecture; he "discharged himself creditably," proving exactly why he is a leading voice in his field. His ability to bridge the gap between abstract engineering theory and practical, sustainable solutions resonated deeply with the audience of scholars, students, and industry giants. The climax of the event came as the final words of his presentation hung in the air. The auditorium erupted into a resounding standing ovation, a rare and powerful tribute to a professor who had not only shared knowledge but inspired a new way of thinking. Professor T.A. Briggs is the Dean, Faculty of Engineering, University of Port Harcourt. _____________________________________________ 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 #Cikamo #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife

🔥🔥🔥lit Episode 11: The Exam Week The dreaded exam week dawned at Uniport, halls filled with tense students. Ada's first paper, physics, started at 8 AM in the massive exam center. She double-checked her ID card and stationery. Questions challenged her, but steady breathing helped recall facts. Time flew; she submitted with a mix of relief and worry. Between papers, quick revisions in the shade of baobab trees. Chidi's computer science exam clashed with hers, but they texted encouragement. A power cut mid-exam tested resilience—lanterns lit the way. Ada aced chemistry, her lab practice paying off. Fatigue set in by week's end, but adrenaline pushed through. Post-exam, friends debriefed at the buka, laughing over tricky questions. Grades anxiety loomed, but Ada reflected on her effort. As she walked the illuminated paths, she knew exams were milestones on the success road. #migg

Uniport Alumni Spotlight: Dame Dr. Josephine Diete-Spiff, Queen of Twon Brass kingdom and Chairperson/Proprietress, Titare Star Royal Academy. Dame Dr. Josephine Diete-Spiff stands tall as one of the University of Port Harcourt’s most distinguished alumni — a woman whose life journey reflects the values of excellence, courage and service that Uniport continues to nurture. An alumna of the Department of Theatre Arts, Dame Dr. Diete-Spiff graduated in 1992, leaving an indelible mark on campus life as the President of the Students’ Union. Her tenure was defined by bold leadership and uncommon resolve, most notably her role in spearheading initiatives that helped curb cultism and restore peace on campus — a feat that remains memorable in the university’s history. Beyond Uniport, her academic and professional pursuits demonstrate a relentless commitment to growth. She holds a Law degree from Rivers State University of Science and Technology and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2007. Her global academic footprint includes an MBA from the University of Liverpool (UK), a Doctor of Business Administration from Walden University (USA), an Honorary PhD from Ashland University, Ohio, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education from Walden University. Today, she is widely known as the Queen of Twon Brass Kingdom in Bayelsa State, seamlessly blending traditional leadership with modern governance, advocacy and entrepreneurship. An evangelist, educationist and corporate leader, Dame Dr. Diete-Spiff has held key leadership positions across diverse sectors, including manufacturing, education, legal services and corporate governance. She has served as Independent Director at University Press PLC and is the Chairperson/Proprietress of Titare Star Royal Academy, among other notable roles. Driven by a passion for impact, she founded the HRM Dr. Josephine Alfred Diete-Spiff Foundation, a platform dedicated to youth and women empowerment, skills development and community upliftment. Her work continues to empower lives, particularly among vulnerable groups, reinforcing her belief that true leadership is measured by service. Reflecting on her time at Uniport, Dame Dr. Diete-Spiff has often described the institution as unique, crediting it for shaping her into a well-rounded individual capable of excelling across disciplines and cultures. From the stage to the courtroom, the boardroom to the throne, her journey affirms Uniport’s reputation as a breeding ground for transformational leaders. Dame Dr. Josephine Diete-Spiff remains a shining example of what it means to be “Uniport Made” — bold in vision, grounded in values, and committed to national development. ▪️ If you know any Uniport Alumni doing exploits, do well to mention them in the comment section and we might just shine the spotlight on them. _____________________________________________ 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 #Cikamo #StoarySpotlight #Alumnus #Business #UniportAlumniSpotlight #UniportSpotlight #AlumniSpotlight #UniportAlumni #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife #GivingBack #UniportPride #Leadership #Entrepreneurship