Rev Dr Zotuo Kiewhuo and others with the graduates of Kohima Bible College on June 4.
Our Correspondent
Kohima | June 4
The Kohima Bible College (KBC) held its 51st Graduation Day at the Multipurpose Hall, Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima on June 4.
Delivering the valedictory message, Rev Dr Zotuo Kiewhuo, Principal of Kohima Bible College and Founder-Senior Pastor of Koinonia Baptist Church, urged the graduates to be rooted in the Bible and to boldly preach the gospel.
He cautioned against the love of money, citing Judas Iscariot, and called on the graduates to uphold Christian principles with conviction. Emphasizing prayer and fasting as vital spiritual practices, he encouraged them to remain consistent in daily prayer and in tithing—both financially and spiritually.
He warned against false teachings and urged the graduates to uphold integrity through discipleship.
The programme was led by Dr Keneipfenuo Rüpreo, Assistant Professor, KBC. A speech on behalf of the graduates was delivered by Zhokhrovizo Naleo. R Bendang Kichu, Academic Dean, KBC, made the ‘Presentation of Awards and Degrees,’ while Rev Dr Zotuo Kiewhuo, Principal, KBC, presented the Academic Degree Awards, and Abei-ü Neihulie, President, KBC, presented the Non-Academic Awards.
A total of 79 students graduated on the occasion: 21 students in Master of Divinity (M.Div.)- Regular, 15 students in M.Div. - Extension, 39 students in Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) -Regular, and four students in B.Th. – Diploma.
Academic Awards for M.Div. (2025):
David Nann's Award for academic proficiency, for scoring the highest total marks: Dorodila T. Sangtam
KBC President's Award for securing the highest percentage in Old Testament: Dorodila T. Sangtam
KBC Principal's Award for securing the highest percentage in New Testament : Dorodila T. Sangtam
Academic Awards for B.Th. (2025):
David Nann's Award for academic proficiency, for scoring the highest total marks: Chosülü Chuzho
KBC President's Award for securing the highest percentage in Old Testament: Chosülü Chuzho
KBC Principal's Award for securing the highest percentage in New Testament: Chosülü Chuzho
Leona Nann's Award for securing the highest percentage in Systematic Theology: Chosülü Chuzho
Non-Academic Awards for M.Div. (2025):
Late Rev Neihulie's Award for Practical Ministry: Rebekha Shakai, Mulevoto Venuh, Yacob T. Phom, Bhim Gurung, and Bijaya Basnet
Late Rev Neihulie's Award for Spiritual Maturity: Cing Sian Nuam, Joyson Pfithu, and S. Salenthong Khevazuklu
Non-Academic Awards for B.Th. (2023):
Late Rev Neihulie's Award for Practical Ministry: Teisozhano Τeρa, Vengo-ȕ Koza, and Shouje
Late Rev Neihulie's Award for Spiritual Maturity: Kesinnye Kesen, Chechey Lhamo, and Beduta Phesa-o
Late Rev Neihulie's Award for Social Service: Kevie-o Koza, Hukholü Rhakho, David Kemp, and Haizinlung Teilia
Student of the Year Award 2025: Zizo Vero
