Admin I Friday, August 22, 2025
UTURU, Abia – The Founder and Chancellor of Gregory University, Uturu, Prof. Gregory Ibe, has been honoured with the prestigious “Sports Icon of the Year” award at the closing ceremony of the 8th edition of the Nigerian Private Universities Games Association (NPUGA).
The event, held at Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, drew participation from over 25 private universities across the country, showcasing exceptional talent and promoting unity through sports.
Presenting the award, the Vice Chancellor of Babcock University, Prof. Ademola Tayo, praised Prof. Ibe for his outstanding contributions to the advancement of sports and youth development in Nigeria.
He further encouraged other well-meaning Nigerians to emulate Prof. Ibe’s commitment to human capital development and his unwavering support for private university initiatives.
Receiving the award on behalf of Prof. Ibe, Engr. Arinze Anthony expressed gratitude to NPUGA for the recognition and reaffirmed Prof. Ibe’s dedication to supporting the association’s goals and future activities.
