JUST IN: Snake Alert! - IMSU Student Narrowly Escapes Death (Photos)

Reporter: Duru Victor


An IMSU student narrowly escaped being bitten by a snake today, reports reaching our news desk confirms. The unfortunate incident happened at Okwu-Uratta Students Alliance (Lodge name withheld) at about some minutes past 10pm today.

The student (name withheld) who happened to be the Director of Welfare of his lodge, saddled with the responsibility of ensuring the lodge gate is locked by 10:00pm, was on his way to doing so when he ran into the reptile. Bewildered, he was said to have alerted some inmates to the impending danger, and through a concerted effort the reptile was killed.

In a related manner, a similar incident was reported to have occurred yesterday (Friday) where a snake was also killed in a lodge too of the aforementioned students alliance.

This doesn't come as a surprise as these reptiles are known to be on the loose during rainy periods as this time. To this end, extra care should be taken to avoid ugly situations as this; do not venture nocturnally without being aided by a torch light.

See pictures of the killed snake below.

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ROFOSA Ibadan Essay And Spelling Bee Contests 2018 (See Details)

Rochas Foundation Old Students' Association (ROFOSA) Ibadan 2018 Essay Writing and Spelling Bee contests is here.

This year's edition is open to students in the secondary school category (Both junior and senior secondary  schools).

SENIOR CATEGORY

TITLE  - ROFOSA Essay Competition for Senior Class Students (SS1- SS3)

TOPIC - Impact of Free Education on a Child's growth: Rochas Foundation as an Example

 REQUIREMENTS

• Essay should be of 1000 words maximum and should be submitted with participant's  full name, passport and class.
• Application starts 1st of November and closes  20th of November, 2018.
• Interested students should submit their essays to ROFOSA  Ibadan secretariat located inside the College.

ENTRIES - Free for all interested students in senior classes

PRIZES

Winner - A certificate award, a cash prize of #5000, set of writing materials including 10 in 1book , VIP ticket to ROFOSA'Ib Week, an interactive talk with the National ROFOSA Director of Education and excursion to University of Ibadan Zoologic Garden.

1st Runner Up - A certificate award, cash prize of #3000, VIP ticket to ROFOSA'Ib Week and an excursion to University of Ibadan Zoological Garden.

2nd Runner Up - A certificate award, cash prize of #2000, a VIP ticket to ROFOSA'Ib week and an excursion to University of Ibadan Zoological Garden.



 JUNIOR CATEGORY

 TITLE - ROFOSA Spelling Bee Competition for Junior secondary school (JS1- JS3)
LOCATION - RFC'IB big hall
DATE - 3rd of December, 2018.

ENTRIES - Free for all interested students in junior classes.

PRIZES   

Winner - A certificate award, set of school writing materials  with a 10 in 1note book, an interactive talk with the  National Director of Education, an excursion to University of Ibadan Zoological Garden.

1st Runner Up - A certificate award, an interactive talk with the ROFOSA National Director of Education, an excursion to University of Ibadan Zoological Garden.

2nd runner Up - A certificate award, an interactive talk with the ROFOSA National Director of Education, an excursion to University of Ibadan Zoological Garden.


 Note: The winners of the essay writing contest will be announced on 3rd of December, 2018 which is the first day of ROFOSA Ibadan week while the ROFOSA Spelling Bee competition holds the same day and a touch of CLINIC CORNER (This is
 a program back then in RFC'Ib used to test students vocabulary and accurate use of words)

Other prizes to be won on the main event day includes;

•  5 calculators
•  5 mathematical sets
• 20 note books
• 100 blue pens
• And others.

For sponsorship or enquiries contact the Director of Education, Oladeji Festus Oloye on 08179084228.

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Rochas Foundation Old Students' Association (ROFOSA), Ibadan Launches Book Project

Rochas Foundation Old Students' Association (ROFOSA), Ibadan Chapter as a way of remembering their alma mater and also giving back to the society has launched a book project tagged "Donate a Book Today".

ROFOSA Ibadan Chapter through the Office of the Director of Education has her sights on making a collection of over 500 books (Novels, textbooks, educative books, magazines, story books, foreign materials) to her alma mater's library.

To this end, ROFOSA Ibadan as well as ROFOSA family at large and well meaning individuals are encouraged to support this initiative through personal donations, financial support, sponsorships, connection and all forms of help.

So those important books your knowledge has overgrown, the classic ones you used in studying for admission, or the books you keep more than one copy, gather them now and donate to our alma mater! You'll be glad you did.

Don't be left out. Contribute your quota in your little way towards achieving this lasting project.

Make your books donation at ROFOSA Ibadan Secretariat or hand it over to any executive member around you.

Note: Donation ends 5th of December, 2018

For more information or enquiries contact the Director of Education, Oloye on 08179084228.

Support!
Donate!
Let's grow ROFOSA !

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Okereke Chidera - Come Holy Spirit

Okereke Chidera - Come Holy Spirit

Gods own record label is out again with another powerful song by OKEREKE CHIDERA titled COME HOLY SPIRIT. 

It is time to feel that fire, that burning flame from heaven that would set you on fire to feel and witness the divine touch by God. 

Download, listen and get your body, soul and mind thrilled with these wonderful release from “Okereke Chidera”      

DOWNLOAD HERE

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IMSU VC Returns From Oversea Trip, Attends First Solemn Assembly Of The Session (Photos)

Reporters: Mr. Wright & Duru Victor


October edition of IMSU solemn assembly was indeed lit and special, and the reasons are not farfetched. For one, it had in attendance our amiable Vice Chancellor, Prof. Mrs Adaobi Victoria Obasi who recently returned to the country from an oversea trip and the other is that it is the first solemn assembly for the 2018/2019 academic session.

The October Special Prayer solemn assembly themed possessing your possession, as usual, was held at the school auditorium today being the 17th of October, 2018 by 10:00am. Other prominent officials of the school at the assembly include former HOD of Political Science, Prof. Bernard Thompson Ikegwuoha as well as directors.

Dr. (Rev.) Fidel Onuoha was the presiding minister of this month's edition.

One hopes that the VC's return will see an end to the already lingering NASU IMSU strike.

See photos below..

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IMSU: Missing Student ID Found (Photo)

A student's identification card has been found. The found ID belonging to a student of the Faculty of Social Sciences (FOSSA), IMSU bears the following details:

NAME: Anozie Obinna Emmanuel

STATE: Imo

LGA: Oguta

DEPARTMENT: Political Science

MAT.NO.: 15/32888

For claim of the ID or information as regarding the owner of the found ID contact IMSU Hot Fm on 08036140748.

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OFFICIAL: IMSU Star Newspaper Resumes Full Operation Again, Inaugurates Appointed Members

Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) Star Newspaper resumed full operation today being Saturday 13th of October, 2018.

The media arm of the school founded in 2004 reared to life again - after being downed temporarily - with the inauguration of its appointed press team at her office situated in CD Block, room 2.

The inaugurated appointed student team members are as follows:

• EDITOR -- Peter Dibia [08137847696]
• CHIEF CORRESPONDENT -- Duru Victor (pka Prof) [07013866535]
• ADVERTISING & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR -- Umunna Uchenna (pka Mr. Wright) [07037191638]
• PRODUCTION & CIRCULATION MANAGER -- Nwahiri Chris (pka IMSU Hot Fm) [08036140748]
• NEWS CORRESPONDENT -- Madubuihe Elijah (pka Imsu Elijah) [08102097616]

 In the same regard, the school press team is also to maintain an online presence with the creation of Facebook and WhatsApp groups for Imo Stars.

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IMSU Celeb Releases Beautiful Photos As She Celebrates Birthday Today (Pics)

Today marks the day of Queen Uzo Precious' birth.

And to mark this special day, the Exquisite Queen Nigeria Top model 2017 and Face of Spicesy 2nd runner up released beautiful photos.

See below.

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Catholic Law Students Association of Nigeria (CALSAN) IMSU Emerge winners in National Debate (See pics)

Reporter: Duru Victor

The Catholic Law Students Association of Nigeria (CALSAN),IMSU Chapter emerged grand winners in a national debate contest held recently.

The national debate contest took place in the CALSAN national conference held in Enugu State between September 18th-23rd, 2018. CALSAN IMSU Chapter under the leadership of Comr. Casmir Okere, eventually carried the day. They were well represented by lead speaker, John Okorie; supporting speaker, Ihegbunam Bruno and supporting speaker, Bisi Aretola Daniels.

The President, CALSAN IMSU Comr. Casmir Okere accompanied by his Director of Socials, Comr. Obinna Uwazie served an episcopal mass with the Bishop of Enugu diocese, His Lordship, Callistus Valentine Onaga during the conference.

Amongst other major points of the conference include the networking with VIP's in Enugu (meeting), dinner night. Others fun fare were the roller coaster rides, 3D cars ride, moving boat swing and picnics.

It is noteworthy that the CALSAN national conference is an annual nationwide gathering of catholic law student faithfuls in Nigerian campuses to a host state to fellowship in spirit and in truth.

Comr. Okere Casmir, President of CALSAN IMSU, expressed  his gratitude to his Excos for their dedication and commitment in discharging their duties as well as in making the conference a success.

Comr. Okere's administration has made CALSAN IMSU vibrant and efficient again, no doubt.

It was really a conference to remember.

Feed your eyes with beautiful pictures from the conference...

His Lordship, centre; CALSAN IMSU President, third right

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PUTME LATEST: IMSU SUPPLEMENTARY FORM FOR 2018/2019 ADMISSION ON SALE (See details)

All eligible candidates (those who attained the general cut-off mark but didn't meet their first choice department's cut-off) are hereby invited to purchase the form.

 TO PURCHASE THE SUPPLEMENTARY FORM:

1. Visit the school's website www.imsu.edu.ng

2. Scroll down to the prospective students' section and click on supplementary application.

3. Generate your invoice, go to any cyber Cafe to print it out.

4. Take your invoice to any of the designated banks (Imo microfinance Bank and Imsu microfinance Bank) to make a payment of N10, 000.

5. After completing the steps above, repeat step 1 to step 3.  Fill your new choice course and submit.

Note: it is advisable switch to a less competitive course in the supplementary form to guarantee your admission.

It is also important that while the form costs N10, 000 only, other expenses might arise. They include :-

1. Bank service fee: could be anything between N300 to N500

2. Cyber Cafe service fee: could be anything between N500 - N1000.

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BREAKING: IMSU Releases Merit Admission List For 2018/2019 Session (UPDATED)

Reporter: Duru Victor

The long awaited merit admission list for 2018/2019 aspirants of Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) has finally been released by the school management.

Candidates are advised to visit the school's website www.imsu.edu.ng to ascertain their admission status.

To check your name online; 

• Kindly visit www.imsu.edu.ng  
• click on 2018/2019 Admission Status.
• Enter jamb reg no and session then submit to generate invoice to enable the process of admission checking.

Congratulations to new Imo Stars!

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IMSU Prodigy, Chukwuemeka Onyeneke, Others Emerge Winners in an Annual National Insurance Essay Competition (SEE OFFICIAL PHOTOS)

Reporter: Duru Victor

The sky is the limit for others but to Imo Stars, it remain a starting point as another Imo Star, amongst others, Chukwuemeka Onyeneke corrobated this as he stole the show and emerged victor at a just concluded nationwide essay contest in Lagos.

The essay contest finale which held in the Centre of Excellence, Lagos State (26, Ikorodu Road) on the 8th of October, 2018 was a keenly contested affair which saw the best of the best drawn from over twenty entries from eleven tertiary institutions in Nigeria.

Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) - unsurprisingly in the finale - was represented by two  lads of Chukwuemeka Paschal Onyeneke and Oladeji Festus Mercy both of the department of Insurance and Actuarial Science, Faculty of Business Administration. They were accompanied by the Head of Department (HOD), Insurance and Actuarial Science, Dr. U.J. Nduka.

Chukwuemeka Onyeneke eventually emerged first runners up to walk away with the prize of a hundred and fifty thousand naira (#150,000.00) behind grand winner and third place respectively; Damilola Olumodeji (#250,000.00) and Babatunde Asunlegan (#100,000.00), both of Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH),

Speaking with Infoscope Media, Onyeneke expressed his indebtedness and gratitude to the HOD, Insurance and Actuarial Science, Dr. U. J. Nduka as well as Dr. Mrs. Chizoba.

 He also expressed his appreciations to the entire staff of the department of Insurance and Actuarial Science and the Faculty of Business Administration while also commending Oladeji Festus Mercy for being a good friend and a brother. He gave kudos to the management of Consolidated Hallmark Insurance for making the contest possible.

He further advised students, in his words: " I would only say this, sometimes even if you are afraid to fail, do not hesitate to try."

Note: The grand finale is a follow-up to its prelim stages in 2017 hence the caption.

See official photos below..

First runners up, Chukwuemeka Onyeneke of IMSU

The winners strike a pose

Grand winner, Damilola Olumodeji of LASPOTECH

Third runners up, Babatunde Asunlegan of LASPOTECH

From L-R: Dr. U.J. Nduka, Chukwuemeka Onyeneke, Francis and Patience

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IMSU Student, Oluwatobi Edoziem Crowned Face of Spicesy Nigeria 2018 (PHOTOS)

Reporter: Duru Victor

And an Imo Star carries the day again at the Face of Spicesy Nigeria 2018.

Queen Oluwatobi Edoziem has emerged the winner of the 2018 edition of the Face of Spicesy Nigeria pageantry. The beauty and brains slug it out with over 20 contestants at the grand finale held at Rockview Hotel, Owerri on the 5th of October, 2018. Other winners are Queen Tochukwu Thelma and Queen Uzo Precious taking the 1st and 2nd runners up spots respectively.

However, this is not the first success the beauty queen, Miss Oluwatobi Edoziem has had. The student, in 400 level, of the department of History and International Studies under the Faculty of Humanities won the National Association of History and International Studies (NAHIS) 2016 (IMSU Chapter) pageantry, Miss Tourism IMSU 2017 and Miss Unique Nigeria 2017.

As the grand winner of Face of Spicesy Nigeria 2018, she was awarded a cheque of a hundred thousand naira (#100,000.00) and an all expense paid trip to Ethiopia and Dubai - along with the 1st and 2nd runners up.

The Faculty of Education, IMSU is - noteworthy - a home of great models as well as pageantry winners and champions as the 2nd runners up, Face of Spicey Nigeria 2018 is a 300 level student of the department of Education English and was the Exquisite Queen Nigeria Top Model 2017. Also, the winner of the 2017 edition of Face of Spicesy Nigeria, Queen Hope was reportedly from Education Faculty, IMSU amongst others.

The Face of Spicesy pageantry is a contest put together by Spicesy, located close to Kilimanjaro at Ikenegbu, Owerri.

See photos below..

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CATHERINE CHIDOLUE HOSTEL: IMSU On-campus Twin-building Female Hostel Overtaken by Weed (SEE PHOTOS)

Reporters: Duru Victor & IMSU Hot Fm

Imo State University, Lake Nwaebere campus Owerri on-campus female hostel has been overtaken by weed.

The beautiful edifice which is a beneficiary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) grant of 2013 is a twin-building overlaid on a large expanse of land in a square-like shape and structure.

The hostel, named Catherine Chidolue Female Hostel, which is under lock and key has become home to tall grasses and weed. Due to it been out of bounds our correspondents couldn't gain access into the building however, on-ground pictures taken support and corroborate this report.

The university management clearly demonstrated that it has the interest of her daughters at heart with the construction of a hostel befitting of queens. No doubt IMSU female students are going to love it here.

See photos below....

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