In a significant move for the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Professor Simon Uchenna Ortuanya has been appointed as the institution’s 16th Vice Chancellor, marking a historic moment in the university’s leadership. The announcement was made public through a statement issued by the Acting Public Relations Officer of the university, Inya Agha Egwu.
The statement confirmed that Ortuanya’s appointment was ratified by the Governing Council on Sunday after a thorough and transparent selection process. Chaired by Engr. Kayode Ojo, Chairman of the Governing Council, the process was merit-based, ensuring that only the most qualified candidate was chosen for the prestigious position.
Professor Ortuanya, a distinguished Professor of Law, has an impressive academic and professional background. Prior to his appointment, he served as the Associate Dean of the Faculty of Law at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus. He is also a professor at the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) and a visiting scholar at the Loyola University Chicago School of Law.
This appointment is a landmark achievement for Ortuanya as he becomes the first indigenous Vice Chancellor of UNN after over 60 years of the institution’s existence. His ascension to this role is a testament to his outstanding contributions to academia and the legal field.
The statement further emphasized Ortuanya’s dedication to advancing the university’s mission of excellence and innovation, and his leadership is expected to bring new energy and vision to UNN.
The university, one of the most respected in Nigeria, continues to make strides in academic development, and with Ortuanya at the helm, the future looks bright for both the institution and its students.