Umudike, Abia State — The Vice-Chancellor of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), Professor Ursula Ngozi Akanwa, has reaffirmed her commitment to an inclusive, transparent, and open-door administration following separate courtesy visits by the Ikwuano Staff Welfare Association and the Association of Yoruba Staff.
CDA News Nigeria gathered that both groups visited the Vice-Chancellor to congratulate her on her appointment as the University’s 7th substantive Vice-Chancellor and pledged their support for the success of her administration.
According to information gathered by CDA News Nigeria, the Ikwuano Staff Welfare Association, led by Dr. Atuonwu, and the Association of Yoruba Staff, led by Dr. Bashir Ogungbagbe, described Professor Akanwa’s appointment as well deserved, expressing confidence in her ability to provide purposeful leadership for the institution.
“No tribe is superior to another. MOUAU is one united family committed to excellence, and my administration will remain inclusive, transparent, and open to constructive engagement with every member of the university community,” Professor Akanwa said.
The Vice-Chancellor thanked both associations for their goodwill and encouraged staff to continue promoting peace, mutual respect, and collaboration in advancing the university’s academic vision. She emphasized that her administration would continue engaging staff groups and other stakeholders to strengthen unity and institutional development.
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