Meru Governor and his Deputy Titus Ntuchiu have joined the Meru University fraternity in congratulating over a thousand graduands during the inauguration of the Vice Chancellor Prof. Romanus Odhiambo, as well as the 6th Graduation Ceremony whose .theme was "Celebrating competitive graduates for social economic development" at the University Pavilion.

The Governor thanked the university management for bringing order in the institution and actualizing on Njuri Ncheke's dream for the institution in the region, adding that with the leadership of Prof. Odhiambo, a great educationist and a leader, the Chancellor, Dr. James Mwangi, as well, the university is futuristic of advancement.

He said the institution is playing a key role in solving the complex problems in the county and nation at large, in order to make a positive social economic influence for the future hopes.

He added his administration will work to support the institution and its environs by making Nchiru a symbio-city. Already the government launched the market's paving works and installation of light mast.

In collaboration with private sector and relevant stakeholders, the Governor said he will seek to increase water resources for the institution and the community, green the institution and enhance infrastructural development.

Mr. Cheruiyot Alfred, PS State Department for Post Training & Skills Development, who read CS, Amb. Amina Mohammed's speech, said quality in all sphere of life should be a great concern for Kenyans. He encouraged universities to make curriculum reviews to bridge the gap existing between what the learners are accorded and the industrial needs.

University Chancellor Dr. James Mwangi, noted that the VC came when stakeholders were not well aligned, but successful consultations have agitated the purpose of the university mission and vision in playing a critical role in the industrialised and middle level economy

VC, thanked the County administration for sinking a borehole that is helping the institution and the surrounding community, adding that Nchiru market lighting has greatly boosted the security of learners and the community. He advised the graduands to make use of their competence as social capital fo positive transformation of the society.

1239 graduands were conferred with Degrees, while others awarded Diploma and Certificates in various fields of academia.

POSTED BY: JAMES GITONGA