UniAbuja promotes 45 to professorial rank

The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the 11th Governing Council of the University of Abuja, Dr Olanrewaju Tejuoso, has approved the promotion of 45 academic staff to professorial rank, pending ratification by the council when fully constituted. While 20 of the staff were promoted to the rank of professors, 25 others were elevated to the rank […]

The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the 11th Governing Council of the University of Abuja, Dr Olanrewaju Tejuoso, has approved the promotion of 45 academic staff to professorial rank, pending ratification by the council when fully constituted.

While 20 of the staff were promoted to the rank of professors, 25 others were elevated to the rank of associate professors.

The Acting Director, Information and University Relations of the varsity, Dr Habib Yakoob, in a statement said the promotions were announced by the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Patricia Manko Lar, at the 188th Regular Senate of the university held penultimate Tuesday.

He said the academic staff were promoted across various disciplines, which include Geography and Atmospheric Sciences, Social Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Management Sciences, Education, Sciences, Engineering, Medicine and Arts.

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While congratulating the newly promoted staff, the acting vice-chancellor described them as hardworking academics committed to the advancement of knowledge in their various fields of endeavour.

Prof Lar said: “In view of pending promotions, we sought the permission of the council chairman, who magnanimously granted approval—on behalf of the council and subject to ratification—for the announcement of those who received positive external assessments and were promoted to the ranks of professor and associate professor.

“This is a well-deserved recognition of your dedication, resilience, and hard work. Your promotions not only reflect your individual accomplishments but also serve to showcase the university’s commitment to the academic development and progress of its staff.”

She added that this is the beginning of what the world will expect from them in terms of advancing the course of knowledge, engaging in more ground-breaking research, and inspiring the next generation of scholars and leaders.

 

“This administration will continue to give you support and ensure that all those who merit such elevation get it as and when due,” she said.

 

Meanwhile, those promoted to the rank of professor in various fields and specialisations are Dr Ishaya Sunday (Environmental Resource Planning); Dr Gabriel Kehinde Omeiza (Food Safety and Veterinary Public Health); Dr Simon Azubuike Ubah (Theriogenology); Dr Maria Aladi Apochi (Science Education – Biology); Dr Akinola David Babatunde (Social Studies Education); Dr Grace Simadi Olowonefa (Educational Administration and Planning); Dr Comfort Adetutu Olanrewaju (Zoology – Public Health Parasitology); and Dr Kolawole Sunday Adebayo (Applied Chemistry).

 

Others are Dr Ogedengbe John Onimisi (Human Physiology) and Dr Kamoru Adio Salami (Process Intensification and Reaction Engineering), Dr Samson Adeyinka Adeniji (International Relations); Dr Sheriff Ghali Ibrahim (International Relations); Dr Saleh Abubakar Sadiq (Finance); Dr Emmanuel Ademola Anigilaje (Paediatrics – Nephrology); Dr Musa Adeyemi Olaofe (Islamic History and Ethics); Dr Richard Onalo (Cardiology); Dr Zubairul Islam (Geographical Information System/Remote Sensing); Dr Andrew Donatus Abue (Anatomy – Physical Anthropology); Dr Fatima Kyari (Opthalmology) and Dr Ugheoke Benjamin Iyenagbe (Production/Industrial Engineering).

 

Meanwhile, the Ansar-ud-Deen Society, Abuja Branch, has congratulated its Imam, Prof. Olaofe Musa Adeyemi, a cleric and scholar, on his well-deserved promotion to the rank of Professor of Islamic History and Ethics by the Governing Council of the University of Abuja.

 

In a statement by the secretary of the branch, Ismail Omipidan, the society described the feat as a milestone that should not be seen as a personal achievement but a monumental success for the entire Muslim ummah, especially those committed to the pursuit of Islamic scholarship and moral excellence.

 

“We join him in expressing profound gratitude to Almighty Allah for His unending grace and favour. Indeed, this elevation is a testament to years of hard work, unwavering dedication, and scholarly distinction in the service of Islamic knowledge and ethical education.

 

“It also serves as a beacon of inspiration to younger generations striving to make meaningful contributions to both academia and the faith.

 

“Ansar-ud-Deen Society has always placed great value on education, moral rectitude and intellectual advancement. We are especially proud that one of our own has reached this revered academic pedestal, reflecting the values we hold dear.

 

“Prof. Musa, your promotion reinforces our shared commitment to nurturing Islamic thought, ethical leadership and excellence in public service.

 

“As a society, we pray that Almighty Allah continues to increase you in knowledge, wisdom and impact. May this new role bring greater opportunities to uplift the ummah, promote sound Islamic ethics, and inspire reform rooted in authentic Islamic history. Once again, congratulations, Professor Musa Olaofe. We celebrate you with joy and duas,” the statement read in part.