By Ikenna Nwokedi
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Professor Joseph Ikechebelu has been announced the Acting Vice Chancellor.
He is to oversee the office of the Vice-Chancellor as Professor Charles Esimone’s tenure ends today Monday, 3rd June 2024.
This announcement was made today during a special Senate meeting held at the University Auditorium.
Prof. Ikechebelu’s announcement as the acting Vice-Chancellor of the institution is in accordance with the NUC’s circular to Vice-Chancellors of Federal Universities dated May 28, 2024.
The circular, entitled “RE: END OF TENURE OF SOME VICE-CHANCELLORS OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES,” directs outgoing Vice-Chancellors to nominate a Deputy Vice-Chancellor, as recommended by their Senate, to temporarily oversee the office of the Vice-Chancellor.
Prof. Ikechebelu is expected to assume official day on Tuesday, 4th June 2024 following an official hand over ceremony expected to hold later this Monday at the administrative block of the institution.
