UNN Denies Appointing New Vice-Chancellor

 

The management of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), has officially denied social media reports claiming that a new substantive vice-chancellor has been appointed. The university's acting Public Relations Officer, Inya Egwu, issued a statement on August 1, 2025, to clarify the situation.

Key Points

▪ The university stated that no such appointment has been made, and the selection process is still ongoing.

▪ The reports are described as "misleading" and the work of "mischief-makers."

▪ The Selection Committee, chaired by the Pro-Chancellor, Engr. Kayode Ojo, is diligently carrying out its mandate.

▪ The university urged the public to disregard the false reports and advised all stakeholders to remain calm.

▪ The current Acting Vice-Chancellor is Professor Oguejiofo T. Ujam, who was appointed in February 2025.