Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ben Q. Honyenuga, has lauded the leadership of the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) for swiftly reconstituting the SRC despite delays occasioned by legal disputes surrounding the recent elections.
Delivering a solidarity message at the SRC parliamentary sitting held on July 11, 2025, Prof. Honyenuga applauded the student body for consistently upholding peace and fostering institutional harmony in the face of political pressures.
He urged the newly sworn-in leaders to deepen their commitment to discipline, integrity and accountability, underscoring that the University’s image is inextricably linked to student conduct.
Prof. Honyenuga further charged the newly constituted Electoral Commission to approach its mandate with transparency and professionalism in steering the upcoming SRC elections.
Delivering the much-anticipated State of the SRC Address, SRC President Ms. Magdalene Aduako—a trailblazer as only the second female to occupy the position—took center stage with confidence and clarity. She paid tribute to pioneering figures in HTU student leadership, notably the first female SRC President and the first female Dean of Students Affairs, whose contributions she described as deeply motivating.
Ms. Aduako outlined several developmental objectives aimed at enhancing student welfare and presence on campus. Among them were:
- The renovation of the SRC Junior Common Room (JCR) to address congestion and upgrade lighting and furnishings
- The planned installation of a campus-wide LED screen for real-time updates, event promotion, and emergency alerts
- The provision of regimental uniforms for the SRC Band, attire for the University Cadet Corps, and materials to support HTU’s Cultural Troupe
She also acknowledged University management for their prompt support in resolving logistical and electoral challenges and called on students to unite behind the SRC’s agenda despite prevailing constraints.
Dean of Students Affairs, Prof. Elizabeth Obinnim, reiterated the need for student leadership to reflect the University’s vision and values. She challenged the SRC to pursue inclusive and innovative representation while aligning their work with broader institutional goals.
Messages of solidarity were delivered by other key student leaders, including Mr. Eugene Kosivi, Fifth Speaker of the SRC Parliament, who emphasized collaboration as essential to navigating the complexities of student advocacy and development.
The 2025 State of the SRC Address concluded with renewed optimism for enhanced student engagement and stronger institutional synergy.