By Nkiru Anakor
The British Council and Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Anambra State, have reinforced their growing partnership through a symbolic tree planting ceremony aimed at promoting lasting relationships, shared aspirations and institutional development.
The exercise took place on Nov. 13, when the British Council’s Programme Manager for Higher Education, Mr. Tosin Adeoti, planted a tree on the university campus.
Offering prayers and blessings over the tree, Adeoti expressed the hope that it would stand as a lasting symbol of the university’s potential to grow, flourish and achieve greater heights.
In a similar gesture, the President of the University’s Alumni Association, Dr. Dubem Ebuka Oguegbu, planted a seed to reaffirm the association’s enduring connection with the institution and its commitment to supporting its growth.
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kate Azuka Omenugha, described the tree as a symbol of the strengthening relationship between COOU and the British Council.
She expressed optimism that the partnership would continue to deliver mutual benefits, create new opportunities and contribute to the university’s growth and development.
Beyond its symbolic significance, the ceremony highlighted the importance of sustained partnerships, institutional collaboration and collective commitment to building a legacy that will benefit present and future generations.
Nkiru Anakor is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
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