University Vice Chancellor visit hostel, Ate Beans with students on the Hostel Floor
University Vice Chancellor visit hostel, Ate Beans with students on the Hostel Floor
Leadership can be measured not just in speeches and policies, but in actions that resonate with people at their level of experience and need. At Benue State University in Makurdi, that truth was made real in a remarkable way when Vice-Chancellor Prof. Tor Joe Iorapuu stepped into the male hostels and shared a simple meal with a student — right on the hostel floor.
On his surprise visit to the men’s hostels yesterday, Prof. Iorapuu didn’t just inspect facilities — he engaged directly with students. When one student offered him beans the student had prepared, the Vice-Chancellor accepted the invitation without hesitation. He sat among them and ate the meal just as any resident would, breaking the usual distance between leadership and students.
The moment went beyond symbolism. After enjoying the meal, Prof. Iorapuu ordered the immediate commencement of renovation works on the hostels — a response to years of student concerns about dilapidated living conditions on campus. Workers were reportedly mobilised shortly after his departure to begin assessments.
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For many students, seeing a Vice-Chancellor sit with them on the hostel floor was powerful in itself — but what truly mattered was that it translated quickly into action. The renovations signal a leadership that listens and acts with urgency. �
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Across the BSU campus, the visit has sparked conversation, admiration, and renewed hope among students. Photos and reactions have spread quickly online, painting Prof. Iorapuu not just as an administrator, but as a leader deeply connected to the welfare of his students.
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In an academic environment often marked by tension between management and student bodies, this moment stands out — reminding us that leadership rooted in humility and presence can inspire trust and hope.
