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Tinubu Overhauls University leadership
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has initiated a significant leadership overhaul at several federal universities in Nigeria. Here's what has been reported:
University of Abuja (now Yakubu Gowon University): Tinubu dissolved the governing council and removed Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi as Vice-Chancellor. Senator Lanre Tejuoso has been appointed as the new Pro-Chancellor.
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN): Professor Polycarp Emeka Chigbu was removed from his position as Acting Vice-Chancellor before his tenure was due to end on February 14. Professor Oguejiofu T. Ujam was appointed as his successor for a six-month term, ineligible to apply for the permanent position. Gen. Ike Nwachukwu was reassigned from UNN to the University of Uyo as Pro-Chancellor, with Engr Olubunmi Ojo appointed as the new Pro-Chancellor of UNN.
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka: Barrister Olugbenga Kukoyi, previously a Council Member at UNN, was appointed as the new Pro-Chancellor.
These changes were announced with immediate effect, reflecting Tinubu's commitment to revitalizing Nigeria's higher education system through dynamic leadership and accountability. The aim is to strengthen governance and academic excellence within the tertiary education sector.