Nagaland: Seiyhama Students’ Union observes 3rd Union Day

Seiyhama Students’ Union (SSU) observed its 3rd Union Day on December 20 at the Council Hall, Seiyhama Village, with Dr. Metuo Liezietsu, Assistant Professor, Department of Tenyidie, Nagaland University, Meriema Campus, as the speaker.
In his address, Dr. Metuo emphasized that the road to the future lies in education, describing true education as a continuous process that encompasses formal learning, workplace exposure, community engagement, and life experiences. He noted that education enhances critical thinking, promotes human development, provides livelihood opportunities, nurtures excellence, and equips individuals to solve real-world problems.
Stressing on the union’s motto, “Hard labour overcomes everything,” he urged the present generation to rediscover the dignity of labour that sustained their forefathers. He further encouraged students to remain rooted in their identity, understand their origins and traditions, and uphold values of honest living and cultural heritage.
Dr. Metuo highlighted that the concept of kenyü (genna) existed even before the arrival of American missionaries in 1880, and that education, which accompanied Christianity, has since become central to society. He underscored the importance of preserving and promoting the mother tongue alongside English, and observed that career guidance should begin earlier than Class 10 to help children prepare for diverse career options. Calling upon students to broaden their vision, he urged them to apply knowledge meaningfully and become beacons of help to society.
The programme was chaired by Menuoleü Zumu, treasurer, SSU. Invocation was offered by Thepfuvizo Metha, Missionary, ABCC, followed by a welcome address from Setuolie Theünuo, president, SSU. Special songs were presented by GMS Seiyhama and Ketouzo Sopfünuo, while the secretary’s report was delivered by Medolenuo Metha.
The vote of thanks was given by Khriekethozo Sopfünuo, education secretary, SSU, and benediction was pronounced by Atoulie Sopfünuo, assistant pastor, CRC Seiyhama.
An award of excellence was presented to Neilhouzhalie Thernuo (GMS Seiyhama), who secured Top 9 in the recently declared Primary School Leaving Certificate (PLSC) results under EBRC Chiephobozou.
During the programme, Kevineizo Zumu, convenor of the new office bearers search Committee, introduced the newly elected team for the 2026–2028 tenure, led by president Keneinguzo Zumu and Khriekuolie Thepa, along with 19 other executives. Blessings were pronounced upon the new team by Neizolie Sopfünuo, pastor, CRC Seiyhama.