New UNIPORT Vice-Chancellor Warns Against Cultism, Sexual Harassment

The new Vice-Chancellor of the University of Port Harcourt, Prof. Princewill Chike, has issued a stern warning against cultism, sexual harassment, and campus unrest, vowing zero tolerance for vices that could damage the institution's reputation. He made these remarks during his handover ceremony, where he also unveiled an eight-point strategic agenda.

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For students, no riots please. Same thing for ASUU (Academic Staff Union of Universities, NASUU (Non-Academic Staff Union of Universities and so on. If there are any issues, call me; we will resolve it. That’s why I read out my phone numbers.

Chike's agenda aims to bolster academic excellence, foster institutional growth, and instill discipline within the university. He specifically addressed students and various unions, including ASUU and NASUU, urging them to engage in dialogue and amicable resolution of issues rather than resorting to unrest. "If there are any issues, call me; we will resolve it," he stated, emphasizing his accessibility.

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I hear, but I’ve not seen that some people are in a cult. As I’m speaking to you, if you’re a cultist, leave that cult group immediately.

The Vice-Chancellor directly warned students against cultism, urging any involved members to renounce their membership immediately. He also addressed financial misconduct, stating that any individuals pilfering university funds should cease immediately, as the governing council and the President are monitoring activities. "If you are sexually harassing girls (students), stop it," Chike declared, making his stance clear on sexual harassment.

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If you have been pilfering money belonging to the University of Port Harcourt, if you have that annoying to steal, stop now because we will not tolerate it. The governing council is watching. The President who brought me here is also watching.

Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University Governing Council, commended the seamless transition and assured Prof. Chike of the council's full support. He highlighted the historic nature of the smooth handover and praised the new VC as a "thoroughbred of this university" who knows its workings intimately and is expected to lead effectively from the outset.

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The other one is if you are sexually harassing girls (students), stop it. I’m saying it here now so that heaven and earth will hear that I said.