Oko: Dr Chioma Awuzie, Rector of the Federal Polytechnic Oko (OKOPOLY), has inaugurated a committee to oversee the development of the institution’s Fashion and Arts Gallery. Awuzie inaugurated the seven-member committee on Tuesday at her office, and charged it to transform the gallery into a vibrant platform for showcasing the creativity, craftsmanship, and innovative works of staff and students.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the rector emphasized the importance of increasing the visibility of the artistic and creative achievements within the Polytechnic community, particularly those of the School of Arts, Design, and Printing Technology. She highlighted that the Federal Polytechnic Oko is home to numerous talented and innovative individuals whose creative works have the potential to attract recognition beyond the institution.
Awuzie stated that the gallery should not merely serve as a repository for artworks but should become a dynamic showcase of the ingenuity, skills, and creative identity of the institution. She charged the committee with ensuring that creative works are properly curated, presented, and promoted to visitors, prospective students, and the general public.
In her address, Awuzie noted that exposing the works to a wider audience will create opportunities for greater recognition, collaboration, and professional and artistic development. She urged the committee to develop strategies to increase the visibility of the Polytechnic’s fashion, artistic, and creative productions, while positioning the gallery as an attractive representation of the institution’s creative strength.
The committee is chaired by Mr Ifechukwu Uchenna, with members including Mr Peter Ubakaeze, Mr Obinna Egwu, Mrs Patricia Obokoh, Mr Chidi Nwachukwu, Mrs Anulika Igwe, and Mr Elochukwu Akaolisa. In his remarks, Uchenna expressed gratitude to the rector for the confidence reposed in the committee members and affirmed their commitment to diligently fulfilling their mandate and promoting the creative talents of the Polytechnic community.