Graduating with a First Class Honours in English and Literary Studies Education, Vitalis distinguished himself as Best Graduating Student of both the Department and Faculty of Education, earning multiple accolades for his literary and scholarly contributions. His passion for literature goes beyond scholarship—he is deeply committed to using writing and storytelling as tools for advocacy, personal growth, and healing, mentoring individuals to channel their experiences and emotions positively through words.
Vitalis has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, exploring themes such as literature as a vehicle for social change, healing trauma through writing, and empowering communities through words. He is a published author of fiction and poetry, including Painful Shadows, Kambili, Unmerited Order (Tears of a Nation), and Love is a Stereotype. Through his work, he mentors young writers and students to see literature not only as art but as a powerful tool for advocacy, emotional growth, and societal transformation.
Vitalis embodies the GOUNI ethos: excellence, leadership, and creativity. From humble beginnings to becoming a first-class graduate, and an award-winning scholar, his journey inspires students to pursue literary excellence, social impact, and personal transformation through the written word.
Vitalis Chinemerem Iloanwusi proves that vision, perseverance, and dedication can turn milestones into legacies, and students into global changemakers.
Academic offerings include 95 majors, 86 minors, and more than 100 in-major specializations
