Prof Okey Reuben Okechukwu, the distinguished Provost of the College of Education ISU in Ebonyi State, has been announced as the recipient of the Masters FM Personality of the Year twenty twenty five Award in the Human Development Category. The honour celebrates his exceptional contributions to teacher education, his commitment to intellectual advancement, and his tireless efforts toward shaping a generation of empowered educators and responsible citizens.
A respected academic and visionary administrator, Prof Okechukwu has transformed the College of Education ISU into a centre of excellence through strategic reforms, improved academic standards, staff development initiatives, and enhanced learning environments. Under his leadership, the institution has witnessed significant growth in programmes that strengthen the capacity of future teachers and elevate educational quality across the state.
His work in human development extends beyond the classroom as he continues to champion mentorship programmes, research driven innovation, community based educational outreach, and the promotion of values that build character and enhance professional competence. Students and staff describe him as a leader who inspires, guides, and empowers, creating opportunities for personal and academic advancement.
The Masters FM Award Committee noted that Prof Okechukwu was selected for “his outstanding dedication to human capacity building, his transformative leadership in education, and his consistent efforts to nurture minds that shape the future.” They emphasized that his influence resonates across Ebonyi State’s educational landscape, especially in the grooming of teachers equipped to drive meaningful societal progress.
As news of the recognition spreads, educators, community leaders, and stakeholders have praised the honour as highly deserving, pointing to his unwavering commitment to excellence and human development.
Prof Okey Reuben Okechukwu’s recognition as Masters FM Personality of the Year twenty twenty five stands as a testament to his lifelong mission of building people, strengthening education, and cultivating a society enriched with knowledge, skill, and purpose.
