20/06/2025
*BACOTHO Shines Brighter: "Light Up BACOTHO" Project Commissioned and Best Students Honoured*
Owerri, Nigeria – June 19, 2025
In a vibrant celebration of academic excellence and infrastructural development, the first phase of the “Light Up BACOTHO” Project was officially commissioned on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at the Baptist College of Theology, Obinze-Owerri, (BACOTHO). The solar lights , generously donated by Rt. Hon. Uche Onyeagucha Esq., marks a significant step in improving campus safety and night-time visibility, and was successfully installed by the college management.
The event also featured the presentation of cash prizes to the institution’s best graduating students, courtesy of philanthropist Dr. Seinye Lulu-Briggs and her friends. The recognition of academic excellence spanned across various academic levels for two academic years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025.
Award Winners for 2023/2024:
* Certificate: Julius James Ebadan
* Diploma: Dashe Nanda John
* PGD: Eze Monday
* Overall Best Graduating Student: Ogelenye Goddey Nwata
Award Winners for 2024/2025:
* Certificate: Dominion Edohotu Metoon
* Diploma: Silas Victor
* PGD: Yousou Digieneni
* Degree: Maxwell Dennis
* Overall Best Graduating Student: Maxwell Dennis
The awards were presented by the Chairman of the Board of Governors, Hon. Dr. Dawari George, who commended the students for their dedication and urged them to become torchbearers of integrity and service in their future endeavors.
The day’s events were attended by College staff, students, and community members who applauded both the infrastructural upgrade and the promotion of academic achievement.
With the commissioning of the solar project by Dr. Dawari and recognition of academic talent, BACOTHO continues to establish itself as a beacon of light and learning in the region..
© Moses Uvie-Odeghe