🎙️ Capacity Building Session | July Edition At Unique Stoary, we believe that great storytellers are built through continuous learning. That's why our monthly Capacity Building Sessions remain a vital part of developing volunteers who can communicate with confidence, tell compelling stories, and represent the digital heartbeat of Uniport with excellence. This month, we're honoured to welcome Dr. Mazi Eze, the Celebrity Lecturer —Lecturer in the Department of English Studies, University of Port Harcourt; Dale Carnegie Certified Public Speaking Coach; author; editor; professional Master of Ceremonies; and Director of Public Speaking Academy Ltd. With years of experience teaching communication, coaching public speakers, and helping individuals transform from stage fright to confident, eloquent speakers, Dr. Eze will be leading our volunteers through an impactful session themed: 🗣️ The Voice Behind Every Stoary Mastering Confident Communication for Storytelling, Interviews & Public Speaking. 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 🕐 Time: 1:00 PM From conducting interviews and hosting events to creating content and representing the Unique Stoary brand, every volunteer has a voice that matters. This session promises practical insights, hands-on learning, and valuable strategies that will help our team speak with greater clarity, confidence, and impact. We're excited for another afternoon of learning, growth, and transformation. Because every great stoary deserves a voice that inspires. 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 #CelebrityLecturer #StoryTeller #PublicSpeakingCoach #ABetterUniport #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife #CampusUpdate #UniversityOfPortHarcourt

Some people are comfortable in the spotlight. David is comfortable creating it. Behind every interview, every event recap, every unforgettable campus moment, and every stoary we've shared is a creative mind with a camera and a passion for excellence. Today, we celebrate David—our videographer, storyteller, and the Eye Behind Every Stoary. Happy Birth Anniversary! We wish you greater creativity, bigger opportunities, and many more years of capturing moments that matter. 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

"This is Unique Stoary... and what are you here for?" "ISIBURU!" 🔥🙌 Unique Stoary Convocation Volunteer Team in a fun moment with Dr Ovunda Ihunwo the HOD, Department of Theatre and Film Studies, University of Port Harcourt, at the Command Performance of the 36th Combined Convocation Ceremony. When theatre people meet storytellers, you already know the energy will be different! 😄 The performance was world class. Congratulations Sir 👏. For daily Convocation Week activities, exclusive interviews, highlights, behind-the-scenes and coverage of Uniport Convocation 2026, follow Unique Stoary on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X @uniquestoary. 📌 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 #UniportConvocation2026 #UniportConvocation #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife #CampusUpdate

Bridging Law, Tech, and the Human Experience. ⚖️💻 We are honored to unveil our guest speaker for the Becoming MORE Conference: Martin Beck Nworah. A Nigerian lawyer and writer based in the UK, Martin is a Master’s holder in IT and Intellectual Property Law (AI focus) from the University of Sussex. Beyond the courtroom, he is a chronicler of reality - a storyteller who bridges the gap between survival mindset and purposeful adulthood. If you want to understand how to position yourself globally while staying rooted in reality, you cannot afford to miss his session. 📍 Venue: Google Meet/Zoom 📅 Date: May 1st - 2nd, 2026 ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM Daily 🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/yQJNsBVQsHnbQoED9 📌 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 #JCINUNIPORT #BMC2026 #Uniport #Stoary #ABetterUniport #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife #BecomingMore #Renaissance

EDITORIAL: The Power of Content Creators in Uniport — Personal & Departmental. In today’s digital age, content creation has moved beyond entertainment — it has become a powerful tool for communication, branding, education, and community building. Within the University of Port Harcourt, content creators (both personal and departmental) are redefining how stories are told, especially across social platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. From skit makers, videographers, designers, writers, photographers, podcasters, to social media managers, Uniport is home to a growing network of creative minds using these platforms to document campus life, promote events, share academic updates, and highlight student culture. Through reels, short videos, livestreams, stories, and posts, these creators are shaping the digital identity of Uniport daily. 📍The Benefits to the University. 1. Increased Visibility & Branding: With the massive reach of TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, student creators help project Uniport’s culture, excellence, and vibrancy to audiences far beyond the campus. Viral content, engaging reels, and trending formats boost the school’s online presence and brand appeal. 2. Fast & Effective Information Dissemination: Departmental pages and student platforms use these social media channels to quickly circulate announcements, academic updates, timetables, events, and opportunities — ensuring information reaches students in real time. 3. Stronger Student Engagement: Interactive content such as reels, polls, live sessions, challenges, and stories fosters connection, participation, and unity among students, making campus life more engaging and inclusive. 4. Talent Development & Digital Skills: Through content creation, students gain practical experience in videography, editing, digital marketing, storytelling, branding, and analytics — skills highly relevant in today’s job market. 5. Digital Documentation & Legacy: Social media serves as a living archive of Uniport’s academic journey, student achievements, cultural moments, and memorable events. 📍How Uniport Can Better Utilize Content Creators & Social Platforms. 1. Strategic Digital Partnerships: The university management, faculties, departments, and student bodies can collaborate with trusted creators to produce official content for orientations, matriculations, convocations, seminars, competitions, and major campus events. 2. Structured Departmental Media Teams: Each department and faculty can establish dedicated media teams to manage their TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook pages for consistent communication and branding. 3. Training, Workshops & Media Bootcamps: Regular training sessions can equip students with advanced skills in content strategy, storytelling, editing, platform algorithms, ethical media use, and digital professionalism. 4. Recognition, Incentives & Support: Providing awards, certificates, media grants, equipment support, and official recognition will motivate creators and encourage higher-quality content production. 5. Centralized Digital Communication Strategy: Uniport can develop a unified digital media framework that integrates student creators into its official communication channels, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and professionalism. Content creators in Uniport are more than entertainers — they are digital storytellers, brand ambassadors, and community builders. Through platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, they amplify campus voices, promote student excellence, and connect Uniport to the global digital space. At Unique Stoary, we believe in authentic storytelling and purposeful content. When empowered and properly integrated, Uniport’s content creators can transform campus communication and redefine the university’s digital identity. 🖼️ TikTok: andrew_talker1 (Igwe of Uniport) _____________________________________________ 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

Here's How To Start Branding Yourself As A Student. Many students are walking around campus with vibes, exam stress and indomie energy, but zero personal brand. Meanwhile, your future employer is somewhere scrolling through LinkedIn like, “Who can I trust with this opportunity?” And you? You’re posting ‘outside tonight’ and shouting “God when”. 😭 Or are you saying: "I'll cross that bridge when I reach there😒" Toor. Let’s fix it now. Here are simple ways to start branding yourself, even as a student: no pressure, no ring light, no tripod, nothing. 1️⃣ Pick ONE thing you want to be known for. Not five. Not seven. Just one. 📌 “Future Pharmacist Pen” (already taken sha 😌) 📌 “Public Health storyteller” 📌 “Campus tech guy” 📌 “Makeup artist who saves students’ pockets” Your brand starts when people can say: “That’s the person that does…” If they can’t complete that sentence, your branding hasn’t started. 2️⃣ Start sharing the SMALL things you already know. People think branding is dropping TED Talks. No. It’s simply showing what you’re learning. Examples: “What I learned today in Biopharmaceutics…” “A study tip that helped me survive this week…” “A funny mistake I made during practicals…” “How I improved my makeup game this semester…” Consistency beats perfection, every time. 3️⃣ Clean your social media like someone expecting visitors. Your bio should not look like: “📍ABSU | ❤️Jesus baby | 🤪 Born to be wild | ✨Small girl big God.” Ah ah! My dear, what should people follow you for? Fix it: ✔ Pharmacy student | Future clinical pharmacist ✔ Public health advocate ✔ Content creator sharing study, career & lifestyle tips That’s a brand. Simple and clean. 4️⃣ Your DP matters. You can't be shouting “personal brand!” But your profile picture looks like someone hiding from EFCC. Pick a clear, friendly, confident photo, that’s your first impression, and that's what people trust. 5️⃣ Start showing your growth journey, not perfection. People don’t fall in love with “experts.” They fall in love with students becoming experts. Post things like: ✅Your struggles ✅Your small wins ✅What you learned ✅What you failed at and corrected ✅Behind-the-scenes of your daily grind That's what builds connection, and connection builds brand loyalty. 6️⃣ Network like someone that wants to leave Nigeria eventually. Reply comments. Talk to seniors. Engage other creators. Connect with lecturers with sense. Build your circle before you need your circle. 7️⃣ Be consistent even if your procrastination spirit is fighting you. You don’t need to post daily. Just show up enough for people to trust your presence. Remember: You are your biggest project. And people are watching you more than you think. If you start today, you won’t recognize yourself in 6 months. Branding isn’t just for influencers. It’s for students who want to stand out. Students who want opportunities. Students who want visibility. Students who want to matter. And that student can be YOU. By Ekwuribe Ugo Kamsi THE FUTURE PHARMACIST PEN ✍️ •• Tag/Mention Unique Stoary and we will get to feature your story. _____________________________________________ 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 #UniportNews #Cikamo #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife #CampusUpdate #personaldevelopment #personalbranding