EKPOMA, Edo State – August 4, 2026
The Faculty of Physical Sciences, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma on Tuesday honoured Hon. Dr. Olotu Otemu Akpodiete, JP with a Special Award of Recognition as a Distinguished Alumnus.
Dr. Akpodiete, who is the Executive Director of the Olotu & Ekuogbe Rowland Akpodiete Foundation, OERAF, and immediate past President of Explorers Innovative Initiative, EII, received the award during the faculty’s 3rd Annual International Conference and Exhibition.
The conference was themed _“Uniting Physical Sciences for Innovation.”_
Welcoming guests, the Dean of the Faculty, Prof. F.O. Ikpotokin, commended alumni and stakeholders for their contributions to teaching, research, and infrastructural development in the department.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Eunice E. Omonzejie, in her opening address, congratulated the awardees, students and faculty management for upholding the institution’s tradition of excellence.
The keynote lecture was delivered by Prof. Daniel Okuonghae, while lead papers were presented by Prof. Mrs. Susan and Dr. Sunny Okosun.
Receiving the award, an elated Dr. Akpodiete described it as _“the best award so far I have received.”_ He dedicated the honour to members of EII for their _“unwavering support to the department in the last four years.”_
Highlighting his impact, Dr. Akpodiete said OERAF under his leadership has among others;
– Enrolled over 500 residents into the Delta State Contributory Health Insurance Scheme
– Been recognized as a Health Insurance Ambassador by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori
– Provided scholarships and cash awards to students of Delta State University, Oleh Campus and Government College, Ughelli
– Offered grants, training and support to over 100 widows, elderly women and young entrepreneurs
– Conducted security training for community leaders and vigilantes in Ughelli North and South
– Medical outreach across Ughelli North South and Udu Federal Constituency
– Support sports development across Delta State
– Water projects in Ughelli South
He also noted EII’s contributions to AAU, which include the donation of a mobile sound system, Physics and Geophysics textbooks, cash grants to students, as well as awards to the school management, Dean and lecturers during the annual Explorers Day.
Other recipients of the Special Award of Recognition were Hon. Odinigwe Odogi, Dr. Oluwashina Aladejubelo, Prof. Eunice Omonzejie and Mrs. Gladys Edoigiawerie.
The Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, Prof. Omi Ujuanbi, gave the vote of thanks. He appreciated participants, guests and sponsors for the success of the conference.
