It was a convocation rich in ceremony, but education—and the values that sustain it—commanded the loudest applause in Ughelli as the Delta State College of Health Technology, Ufuoma-Ughelli, held its 8th Convocation Ceremony.
At the heart of the event was Olorogun John Obukowho Nani, Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), whose lifelong commitment to education and human capital development resonated strongly with graduates, educators, and policymakers alike.
Though represented by the Delta State Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Comrade Sagboje Odiri Milton, Olorogun Nani’s presence was unmistakable as the institution honoured him with its Personality Award, celebrating his sustained investment in education—particularly within oil-producing communities of the state.
Speaking through his representative, Olorogun Nani delivered a message that cut through the celebration with clarity and purpose: education is not a destination, but a lifelong responsibility.
“Education is the foundation of progress,” he declared, urging graduates to wear their certificates not as trophies, but as tools for service. He challenged them to uphold integrity, professionalism, and excellence, reminding them that true success is measured by impact, not titles.
“Your achievement should not stop with you,” he said. “Let it translate into service that uplifts others and strengthens our society.”
Olorogun Nani also turned the spotlight on educational institutions, calling on their leadership to remain uncompromising about quality and standards. According to him, the future of Delta State’s healthcare system—and its development at large—rests on the calibre of professionals trained today.
“Consistency, relevance, and excellence are non-negotiable,” he stressed.
The convocation ceremony also featured the conferment of Fellowship and Personality Awards on other distinguished public servants, including the Honourable Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhowho Tonukari; the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onajeme; and the Chief Economic Adviser to the Delta State Government, Dr. Barry Pere Gbe.
In his remarks, Sagboje described the honours as a celebration of selfless service and leadership, noting that such recognitions inspire young people across the state to pursue excellence and civic responsibility. He conveyed Olorogun Nani’s appreciation to the institution and reaffirmed his commitment to initiatives that strengthen education, youth empowerment, and sustainable development in Delta State.
As graduates left the convocation arena—certificates in hand and ambition in their eyes—the message lingered unmistakably in the air: education remains the strongest engine of progress.
