FG Restructures Leadership in Federal Universities; The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved a major restructuring of governing councils and leadership across federal universities, resulting in dissolutions, reassignments, and new appointments.
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Key Changes Across Universities
University of Abuja (Now Yakubu Gowon University)
- Governing Council Dissolved (both external and internal members).
- Senator Lanre Tejuoso appointed Pro-Chancellor, moving from University of Agriculture, Makurdi.
- Prof. Lar Patricia Manko appointed Acting Vice-Chancellor (six-month tenure, not eligible for substantive role).
- Prof. Maikudi removed as Vice-Chancellor.
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
- Engr. Akin Ojo reassigned as Pro-Chancellor of UNN, moving from Federal University of Lokoja.
- Gen. Ike Nwachukwu reassigned from UNN to University of Uyo as Pro-Chancellor.
- Prof. Oguejiofu T. Ujam appointed Acting Vice-Chancellor (six-month tenure, not eligible for substantive role).
- Current Acting Vice-Chancellor’s tenure ends on 14th February 2025, with no renewal.
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Other Appointments
- Alvan Ikoku University of Education – Senator Sani Stores appointed Pro-Chancellor.
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka – Barrister Olugbenga Kukoyi appointed Pro-Chancellor.
- Federal University of Lokoja – Prof. Zubairu Tajo Abdullahi appointed Pro-Chancellor.
Government’s Commitment
The Federal Government aims to:
✔ Enhance governance in federal universities.
✔ Improve transparency and accountability in university administration.
✔ Strengthen leadership to ensure better management and efficiency.
This restructuring is expected to drive reforms in the Nigerian tertiary education sector.
