In a key leadership transition at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, Professor Carol Chinyelugo Arinze-Umobi has been appointed as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of the institution. Her appointment follows the completion of tenure by the former Vice-Chancellor, Professor Joseph I. Ikechebelu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The university\u2019s Governing Council officially announced the appointment on Friday, May 17, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The announcement was confirmed in a formal letter signed by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Barrister Olugbenga M. Kukoyi. According to the letter, the decision is in line with Section 5(13) of the university\u2019s Act, which permits an acting vice-chancellor to serve for no longer than six months or until a substantive vice-chancellor is appointed\u2014whichever comes first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Professor Arinze-Umobi is scheduled to assume office on Monday, May 19, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Though primarily known within academic circles, Professor Arinze-Umobi is respected for her contributions to scholarship, institutional leadership, and policy. Her new role places her at the forefront of one of Nigeria\u2019s leading federal universities, where she is expected to guide the institution through this transitional period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This change in leadership comes at a critical time for UNIZIK, as the institution continues to build on its academic standards, research output, and student engagement. With Professor Arinze-Umobi stepping in as Acting Vice-Chancellor, stakeholders across the university community will be watching closely to see how she leads during this interim period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n