
University of Port Harcourt Celebrates Founder’s Prize Winner
The University of Port Harcourt continues to inspire excellence, reminding us that every staff and student is a potential winner. This year, the prestigious 2024 Founder’s Prize for Student Writers has been awarded to Oruwari Ibiapuye Tom, a final-year student from the Department of Biochemistry.
Oruwari’s exceptional writing, celebrated for its authenticity and consistency, earned him the highest average score across three competitive stages. Each stage required participants to craft compelling essays on diverse topics, and Oruwari’s dedication and creativity stood out among the submissions.
As part of his remarkable achievement, Oruwari’s award-winning piece will be featured in GENZIFY Africa Magazine, where he has also been named the Gen Z Writer of the Year 2024. The University of Port Harcourt congratulates Oruwari on this outstanding accomplishment and encourages all students and staff to keep striving for greatness!