Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) Announces New Acting Vice-Chancellor
Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has a new acting vice-chancellor. Professor Carol Arinze-Umobi will assume the role on Monday, July 22nd, 2024, for a six-month term.
Professor Arinze-Umobi takes over from Professor Joseph Ikechebelu, who was previously appointed acting vice-chancellor in early June 2024. The university has not made any public statements regarding the reason for this change in leadership.
This is an important development for UNIZIK, and the university community will likely be eager to learn more in the coming days. Stay tuned to NAU’s official channels for further announcements.
The council chairperson said the appointment, which is for six months, is in accordance with the provisions of Section four of the First Schedule, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Act CAP 139, LFN 2004 as amended by the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) (Amended) Act 2007.
“The terms and conditions of your appointment are as approved by the federal government for all federal universities,” part of the letter, addressed to Mrs Arinze-Umobi, reads.
“We have full confidence in your ability to lead our esteemed institution during this period and wish you great success,” the letter added.
Mr Mbadiwe noted that a copy of the appointment letter has been forwarded to the country’s Minister of Education, Tahir Mamman, who will then inform President Bola Tinubu.
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