The Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, who earlier had elected 3 qualified Professors for consideration for the position of the acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A.U Nonyelu, Prof. Ada Omenyi and Prof. Carol-Arinze Umeobi.
The council sat and appointed Prof. Carol-Arinze Umeobi as the Acting Vice-Chancellor until a new Substantive Vice-Chancellor is elected.
Below is the official council press release.
“FEDERAL MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
PRESS RELEASE
MINISTRY ACKNOWLEDGES SELECTION OF PROFESSOR ARINZE-UMOBI AS ACTING VICE-CHANCELLOR, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
The Federal Ministry of Education has been notified of the selection of Professor Carol Chinyelugo Arinze-Umobi as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, effective May 19, 2025.
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The Ministry expresses its satisfaction that the selection process was conducted in line with due process, as provided under Section 5(13) of the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) (Amendment) Act, 2003—through nomination by the University Senate and subsequent approval by the Governing Council.
In her capacity as Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Arinze-Umobi is expected to oversee the day-to-day administration of the university, coordinate academic and administrative activities, and ensure the effective functioning of the institution. Her appointment, in line with Section 5(14) of the Act, shall not exceed six months or until a substantive Vice-Chancellor is appointed, whichever comes first.
The Ministry acknowledges this appointment as a reflection of adherence to statutory governance procedures and expresses confidence in Professor Arinze-Umobi’s ability to provide stable and result-oriented leadership during this transitional period.
The Federal Ministry of Education remains committed to upholding transparency, university autonomy, and merit-based leadership across Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.
Boriowo Folasade
Director, Press & Public Relations
May 17, 2025″,
Congratulations to our amiable Professor on this well-deserved appointment. I pray God to enrich her with wisdom to carry on the new task.