Federal Universities Undergo Leadership Shake-Up Under Tinubu

 

President Bola Tinubu has made significant changes in the leadership of several federal universities in Nigeria, including the University of Abuja (now known as Yakubu Gowon University) and the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN). Here are the key developments:

## Leadership Changes at Yakubu Gowon University (formerly UniAbuja)

- **Removal of Vice-Chancellor**: Professor Aisha Maikudi was relieved of her duties as Vice-Chancellor. Her appointment had been controversial due to allegations that she was imposed by the council chairman.

- **Dissolution of Governing Council**: The entire governing council was dissolved by President Tinubu.

- **New Appointments**:

  - Senator Lanre Tejuoso has been appointed as the new Pro-Chancellor, moving from his previous role at the University of Agriculture, Makurdi.

  - Professor Patricia Manko will serve as Acting Vice-Chancellor for a six-month term but will not be eligible to apply for the substantive position when it becomes available.

## Leadership Changes at UNN

- **Removal of Acting Vice-Chancellor**: Professor Polycarp Chigbu was removed before his tenure ended on February 14.

- **New Appointments**:

  - Professor Oguejiofu Ujam has been appointed as Acting Vice-Chancellor for six months and is ineligible for a permanent appointment.

  - General Ike Nwachukwu has been reassigned to become Pro-Chancellor at the University of Uyo.

  - Engineer Olubunmi Kayode Ojo is now Pro-Chancellor at UNN.

These changes aim to revitalize Nigeria's higher education system through dynamic leadership and accountability.