The Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka, Anambra State, has dismissed Acting Vice-Chancellor Joseph Ikechebelu by the Governing Council of the University
Ikechebelu, who was previously the deputy vice-chancellor of administration, had been appointed in early June after the end of Charles Esimone’s term on June 3.
The dismissal was announced in a letter from Pro-Chancellor and Council Chairperson, Gregory Mbadiwe. The letter did not specify the reasons for Ikechebelu’s removal.
The council also appointed Carol Arinze-Umobi as the new acting vice-chancellor, effective July 22, 2024, for a six-month term in accordance with the university’s regulations.
Mbadiwe expressed trust in Arinze-Umobi’s leadership and noted that her appointment has been communicated to the Minister of Education, Tahir Mamman, who will relay the information to President Bola Tinubu.
The council’s decision came amid heightened security on campus, with a noticeable presence of soldiers, which caused concern among students and staff.
