By Praise Chinecherem
The Federal Ministry of Education has confirmed the selection of Professor Carol Chinyelugo Arinze-Umobi as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, effective May 19, 2025.
Director, Press & Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade in a statement said Umobi is expected to oversee the day-to-day administration of the university, coordinate academic and administrative activities, and ensure the effective functioning of the institution.
Acknowledging Umobi’s appointment as reflection of adherence to statutory governance procedures, the ministry expressed confidence in her ability to provide stable and result-oriented leadership during the transitional period.
The statement reads in part, “The Federal Ministry of Education has been notified of the selection of Professor Carol Chinyelugo Arinze-Umobi as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, effective May 19, 2025.
The Ministry expresses its satisfaction that the selection process was conducted in line with due process, as provided under Section 5(13) of the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) (Amendment) Act, 2003โthrough nomination by the University Senate and subsequent approval by the Governing Council.
“In her capacity as Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Arinze-Umobi is expected to oversee the day-to-day administration of the university, coordinate academic and administrative activities, and ensure the effective functioning of the institution.
“Her appointment, in line with Section 5(14) of the Act, shall not exceed six months or until a substantive Vice-Chancellor is appointed, whichever comes first.
“The Ministry acknowledges this appointment as a reflection of adherence to statutory governance procedures and expresses confidence in Professor Arinze-Umobiโs ability to provide stable and result-oriented leadership during this transitional period.
“The Federal Ministry of Education remains committed to upholding transparency, university autonomy, and merit-based leadership across Nigeriaโs tertiary institutions.”
