The appointments were made known in a statement signed by the Chairman, BoT, Prof. Fabian Ajogwu.
According to Prof. Ajogwu, these significant developments underscore the institution’s commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and innovation.
He said: “As the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Honourable Justice Augie, will succeed Professor Julius Okojie, the former Pro-Chancellor of the University. Meanwhile, Professor Al-Akaidi has been confirmed as the substantive Vice-Chancellor after serving in an acting role as well as Dean of the College of Science and Computing and Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for research and innovation.”