University of Goroka has new Vice Chancellor

The University of Goroka (UOG) recently had its new interim council sworn into office and the council has appointed a new Interim Vice Chancellor as well as an Interim Pro Vice-Chancellor for the University.

According to the Interim Chancellor Professor Joseph Sukwianomb, UOG will resume normal operations tomorrow and a peace ceremony is planned to be staged between the students and the university administration and staff anytime soon.

Mr Sukwianomb also made it known that the new UOG Interim Council and Academic Board have after long considerations retracted its decision of suspending classes for years 1, 2 & 3 students for this academic year but wants the institution to operate as per its normal schooling calendar.

"The Academic Board felt that it was the right thing to do by letting the institution finish off on a proper not through the remainder of this academic year," said Mr Sukwianomb.

Sukwianomb also mentioned that the investigations into the recent unrest is gradually winding down and those found guilty will be held accountable of their actions.