OGHARA, Delta – Former Executive Gover­nor of Cross Rivers State, His Excellency, Barrister Donald Duke was at the weekend invested as the second Chancellor of the Western Del­ta University, Oghara, in Delta State, Nigeria.

Duke, who also received a Doctor of Law, Honoris Causa from the university, stepped into the office occupied by another distinguished Nigerian and for­mer Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Architect Obong Victor Attah.

Attah, the pioneer Chancel­lor of the University, stepped down having served the uni­versity meritoriously to take a deserved rest at over 85 years of age.

At the event, which marked the 14th convocation of the uni­versity which was held at the institution’s main auditorium at kilometre 10, Benin/Sapele Expressway, Oghara, Delta State, another prominent Nigerian, and first Pro-Chancellor of the University, Emeritus Professor Andrew Onokheroraye, also received the Doctor of Science, Honoris Causa award from the university in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the growth and development of ter­tiary education in Nigeria.

The new WDU Chancellor, who said he was deeply humbled to be found worthy, fit, and prop­er to be appointed, expressed his appreciation to the University’s Senate for confirming his nom­ination.

He urged every citizen to give back to society in the measure of their capacity, no matter how humble, promising his commit­ment alongside members and stakeholders of the university to foster a culture of academic excellence, innovation and in­clusivity.

He also promised to collabo­rate with talented Faculty and staff to drive research, creativ­ity, and entrepreneurship, say­ing, “Together we will cultivate a learning environment that prepares our students for an ev­er-changing world,”he said.