The Enugu academic community witnessed a spectacular fusion of brains, beauty, and cultural pride as the College of Medicine and School of Nursing, Godfrey Okoye University, hosted its highly anticipated pageantry competition.
Organized as a flagship event of the Students’ Unity Week, the colourful contest provided a high-octane platform for students to showcase their charisma, intelligence, and leadership potential, while strengthening the bond of camaraderie across the faculties.
Addressing the participants and the enthusiastic crowd, the Vice-Chancellor of Godfrey Okoye University, Rev. Fr. Prof. Christian underscored the profound importance of social intelligence in students’ holistic development.
He noted that the Medical Students’ Unity Week was intentionally designed to cultivate this critical trait, providing a vibrant platform for interaction, coexistence, and collaboration. According to the Vice-Chancellor, fostering teamwork and healthy relationships among students is just as essential as academic rigour in preparing them for future success.
The prestigious event drew an array of distinguished guests and university management staff who came out to support the medical and nursing pioneers. Among the dignitaries present were:
Dame Rita Mbah – Executive Chairman, Enugu State Tourism Board
Rev. Sr. Prof. MarySylvia Nwachukwu – Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic)
Prof. Modesta Egiyi– University Bursar
Ass. Prof. Juliana Iwu James– University Librarian
Professor Frank Akpuaka– Provost, GOUNI College of Medicine
Prof. Miriam Unachukwu – Deputy Provost, GOUNI College of Medicine
Ms. Chinyere Anieze – Station Manager, GOUNI Radio
After a fierce but thrilling competition that tested the contestants’ poise, intellect, and creative expression, the judges delivered their final verdicts.
In the male category, Ebunam Michael outshone the competition to be crowned Master GO College of Medicine, walking away with the grand cash prize of ₦250,000 and a standing fan.
The full list of winners in the male category includes:
Winner (Master GO College of Medicine): Ebunam Michael (₦250,000 & a standing fan)
1st Runner-Up & Best Creative Design Male: Onyema Raluchukwu (₦150,000 & a standing fan)
2nd Runner-Up:Maduabuchi Ikenna Emmanuel (₦100,000 & a standing fan)
3rd Runner-Up:Nwankwo Ebube Jackson (₦100,000 & a standing fan)
4th Runner-Up:Ezenwa John Chiemerie (₦100,000 & a standing fan)
The female category was equally electrifying, with Okeke Adaugo Judith capturing the coveted crown of Miss GO College of Medicine, securing a grand prize of ₦250,000 and a standing fan.
The full list of winners in the female category includes:
Winner (Miss GO College of Medicine):Okeke Adaugo Judith (₦250,000 & a standing fan)
1st Runner-Up & Best Creative Design Female: Uka-Okali Ujuamara Akunna (₦150,000 & a standing fan)
2nd Runner-Up: Chioma Cynthia Uzochukwu (₦100,000 & a standing fan)
3rd Runner-Up: Mba Sharon Chioma (₦100,000 & a standing fan)
4th Runner-Up: Ndubuisi Mary Ann (₦100,000 & a standing fan)
This year’s pageantry went far beyond glitz and glamour; it served as a powerful testament to the vibrant student life at Godfrey Okoye University, celebrating confidence, leadership, and unity among the next generation of medical and nursing professionals.
Congratulations to all the spectacular winners.
