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Soludo appoints new members for Ojukwu varsity governing council

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  • Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has approved the appointment of a new Governing Council for Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University.
  • Professor Peter Azikiwe Onwualu, a professor of Agricultural Engineering and current VC of African University of Science and Technology, Abuja, will chair the council.
  • The appointed members are expected to leverage their diverse experiences to enhance the university's academic excellence and governance.

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has demonstrated his commitment to advancing academic excellence within the state by approving the appointment of a new Governing Council for the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University. This move signals a strategic effort to bring seasoned expertise to the helm of the institution, ensuring robust governance and a forward-looking vision.

The Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has approved the appointment of Prof. Peter Azikiwe Onwualu, a professor of Agricultural Engineering and current VC of African University of Science and Technology, Abuja; and also a former DG/CEO of the Raw Materials Research and Development Council, as the Chairman/Pro-Chancellor of the Governing Council for Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam.

— Christian AburimeThe Governor’s Chief Press Secretary announcing the appointment of the new Chairman/Pro-Chancellor.

Leading the newly constituted council as Chairman/Pro-Chancellor is Professor Peter Azikiwe Onwualu. A distinguished figure in Agricultural Engineering and the current Vice Chancellor of the African University of Science and Technology, Abuja, Professor Onwualu also brings a wealth of experience from his previous role as DG/CEO of the Raw Materials Research and Development Council. His extensive background is expected to be invaluable in steering the university towards greater achievements.

As a distinguished engineer and award-winning administrator who has contributed extensively to the development of Agricultural and Materials Engineering in Nigeria, Onwualu brings to his new role as Chairman/Pro-Chancellor a vast wealth of experience and expertise that cuts across fields.

— Christian AburimeThe Governor’s Chief Press Secretary detailing Professor Onwualu's qualifications and expected contributions.

The appointment of four other members—Chief Christopher Ndubuisi, HRH Igwe Chidiume Oranu, Professor Josephat O. Ogbuagu, and AIG (retd.) Sir Chris Ezike—further strengthens the council. These individuals bring a combined wealth of diverse experiences, poised to significantly contribute to the university's vision and governance. Governor Soludo, as the Visitor to the university, anticipates that this council will usher in a new era of academic distinction and effective administration for Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University.

The new Governing Council members are expected to bring their combined wealth of diverse, valued experiences to bear on the vision and governance of the university for greater academic excellence.

— Christian AburimeThe Governor’s Chief Press Secretary stating the collective goal of the newly appointed council members.
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