Biotechnology Department FUTO Alumni Association

03/09/2024

Link to the courtesy visit of the Association to the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology Owerri.

The Biotechnology Department FUTO Alumni Association on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 paid a courtesy visit to the Vice Chancellor of Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Prof. Nnenna Oti. Speaking during the visit, the Association’s Adviser, Prof. (Mrs). T.E Ogbulie noted the Association’s comm...

27/08/2024

Biotechnology Department FUTO Alumni Association pays a courtesy visit to the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology Owerri

The Biotechnology Department FUTO Alumni Association on Tuesday 13th August 2024 paid a courtesy visit to Prof. Nnenna N. Oti, the 8th substantive Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology Owerri.

The purpose of the visit which took place in the Vice Chancellor's conference room, at the Senate building, was to give the Vice Chancellor updated information about the Association and its activities.

At the event, the Association Adviser, Prof.(Mrs). T. E Ogbulie informed the Vice Chancellor of the involvement of the Association in driving the Vice Chancellor's mantra of consolidating the culture of excellence, by giving back to the Department and University, even before its inauguration.

In his address which was submitted to the Vice Chancellor, the Association President, Mr. Agu Reuben Chinedu thanked Prof. Oti for receiving the Association.
He also listed the activities and achievements of the Association within its two (2) months of Inauguration and also highlighted its future engagements and projects.

In her response, the Vice Chancellor expressed her delight and encouraged the Association to keep the flag flying as contributions from the Alumni will help the university thrive better.

The Association presented a wrapper gift bearing the FUTO logo and the Association logo, which the Vice Chancellor excitedly tagged the "Association Uniform".

In the visit, the Association was represented by Prof. (Mrs). T. E Ogbulie (Adviser), Prof. (Mrs). A. C. Udebuani (Patroness), Dr. (Mrs). A. A. Nwachukwu (Vice President/General Secretary), Mrs. Mercy Olatunji (Finance Officer/Treasurer) and Mr. Emmanuel Nwakwasi (Programs/Events Officer).

23/07/2024

Link to the report on the Inauguration of the Association.

The inauguration was held on Monday, June 10, 2024 at the conference room of the  School of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Technology, Owerri. Speaking on the occasion, the Dean, School of Biological Sciences, Prof. C. S Alisi noted that the Department was the first to have an Alumni As...

23/07/2024

5. Onyeocha Stanley Odinakachi

Position: Welfare Officer/Publicity Secretary

Profile Summary

Mr. Stanley is from Ehime Mbano in Imo State. He graduated from the Department of Biotechnology, Federal University of Technology Owerri in 2014.

He is a fashion designer and is currently based in Aba, Abia State.

23/07/2024

4. NWAKWASI, EMMANUEL U.

Position: Programs/ Events Officer

Profile Summary

Mr. Emmanuel hails from Ibeme-Amaise Autonomous Community, Isiala Mbano L.G.A., Imo State. He graduated from the Department of Biotechnology, School of Biological Sciences FUTO, 2007 pioneer set. He obtained his M.Sc. degree in Biotechnology 2014 set at SRM University Kattankulatur, Tamil Nadu, India.

He is currently a Senior Laboratory Technologist in the Department of Biotechnology, School of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Technology Owerri, Nigeria. He is a life member, Biotech. Research Society of India (BRSI) and a member, Biotechnology Society of Nigeria (BSN).

23/07/2024

3. Madubuike Mercy Ngozi

Finance Officer/Treasurer

Profile Summary

Mercy is an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Biotechnology, School of Biological Sciences, FUTO. She obtained a B.Sc degree in Plant Science and Biotechnology from Abia State University, Uturu and a Masters of Science degree in Biotechnology from FUTO.

Her research interests include Plant Biotechnology, Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics. She is a member of these professional bodies: Biotechnology Society of Nigeria (BSN), Organization for Women in Science for the Developing world (OWSD) and Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM).

In the quest for knowledge, she has attended various workshop trainings and scientific conferences; as well as completed several courses in Molecular Biology related areas. She has authored/co-authored a number of publications in international journals.

23/07/2024

2. Dr. Augusta Nwachukwu

Vice President/ General Secretary

Profile Summary

Dr. (Mrs) Augusta Añuli Nwachukwu hails from Ofeama Ife in Ezinihitte Mbaise Local Government Area of Imo state. She is currently a Lecturer I in the Department of Biotechnology, School of Biological Sciences, FUTO. She is a pioneer graduate of Biotechnology, FUTO and also obtained her Masters and PhD degrees from the same discipline and institution.

Her research interest borders on Environmental and Food Biotechnology, with special interest in Bioresource Management/Bioenergy. She is a member of various professional bodies such as Biotechnology Society of Nigeria (BSN), Graduate Women in Science International (GWIS), Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD), Foundation for African Development through International Biotechnology (FADIB) etc. She has authored and co-authored in many International and Local journals.

A. A. Nwachukwu is a lover of nature, who believes in harnessing its beauty through positive biotechnological practices, to impact positively on food and the environment, for man's benefit. She is a wife and a happy mother of five lovely kids.

23/07/2024

Profile Summary of Executive Council Members of the Biotechnology Department FUTO Alumni Association.

1. Agu Reuben Chinedu

President

Profile Summary

Reuben Chinedu Agu graduated from the Department of Biotechnology, Federal University of Technology Owerri in 2012. He obtained his Masters degree in Environmental Biotechnology from the Department of Genetics and Biotechnology, University of Calabar. He is also a recipient of Professional Development Certificates from the University of Washington.

Reuben is an Alumnus of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Centre West Africa and a member of the United States Government Exchange Alumni Association (USGEAA) Nigeria. He is committed in promoting Sustainable Development goals 3 (Good health and well being) and 4 (Quality Education) through various community development programs and have received various awards of honour and recognitions.

He is a member of various professional bodies such as Biotechnology Society of Nigeria (BSN) and the Institute of Science & Technology (IST). He also has research works published in reputable journals and have attended several conferences/workshops.

23/07/2024

Biotechnology Department, Federal University of Technology Owerri inaugurates Alumni Association.

The Biotechnology Department FUTO Alumni Association recently held her inauguration.

The event which also was the maiden visit of the Association to the Department held on Monday 10th June 2024 at the School of Biological Sciences Conference Room.

In his address, the Dean School of Biological Sciences, Prof. C. S Alisi noted that the Department is the first to have an Alumni Association Inaugurated in the School and charged the Association to work hard in reaching out to other Alumni members across the world in order to achieve more as a group.

The Head, Department of Biotechnology, Prof. J. N Okereke, in his address, highlighted that his aspiration even before he became the HOD was to see that there is an Alumni Association and thanked God for the actualization of that dream. He also mentioned that there are dividends and benefits associated with strong and coordinated Alumni.

Speaking further, he thanked Mr. Agu Reuben and Dr. (Mrs.) Augusta Nwachukwu for their great efforts towards the actualization of the Alumni Association. He also charged everyone to operate as one big family in order to accomplish set goals thereby leaving legacies and taking the lead in the School.

In concluding his speech, he invited the Dean to join him in presenting the certificate of inauguration to the representatives of the Association.

In his address, the President of the Association, Mr. Agu Reuben thanked God for his Grace that made it possible for Alumni members and staff members of the Department to meet again after many years. He also thanked the University management, School of Biological Sciences and the Department of Biotechnology for the great services rendered over the years.

He highlighted that the Association is aimed towards providing valuable resources and networking opportunities, helping Alumni members stay connected and giving back to the Department and University. He mentioned that Alumni members gathered not only to celebrate the inauguration but to reaffirm their commitment to make valuable impact. He also mentioned that the Association has been officially recognized by the National Executive Council of FUTO Alumni under the leadership of Prof. Laz Uzoechi on 13th April 2024.

Concluding his address, Mr Agu affirmed that the programmes of the Association would not only honour the cherished past but also pave way for a brighter future and thanked Alumni members for being part of the Association.

In their goodwill messages, Professor T.I.N. Ezejiofor and Dr. E. U. Ezeji expressed their joy at seeing the products of the Department being good ambassadors and coming back to identify with the Department again after many years.

In a closing remark, the Vice President of the Association, Dr. (Mrs.) Augusta Nwachukwu thanked the Dean of the School of Biological Sciences, the Head of Department and staff members of Biotechnology Department for their support towards the event. She also thanked Alumni members for their great commitment towards the event.

The event had in attendance the Dean of the School of Biological Sciences, the Head of Biotechnology Department, the most Senior Professor in the Department, other lecturers, Technologists, Administrative staff in the Department and Alumni members.

22/07/2024

Welcome to the Official Page of the Biotechnology Department FUTO Alumni Association.