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INAUGURATION OF ADUN GOVERNING COUNCIL

INAUGURATION OF ADUN GOVERNING COUNCIL

On Thursday 23rd September, 2021, the Governing Council of Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN), Ibusa/Ogwashi-uku Expressway, Delta State, was inaugurated by the Board of Trustees (BoT) Chairman, Admiral OS Ibrahim (Rtd) via Zoom. The epoch making event was held live at the University Multipurpose Hall with members of the University Community in attendance.

Click here to watch the Highlight of the event

The Governing Council of Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN) is charged with the general control and superintendence of the policy, finance and property of the university including but not limited to, its public relations.

 

In his remarks, the BoT Chairman, Admiral OS. Ibrahim (Rtd) expressed delight to be a part of the event, “today’s event marks a watershed in the annals of time and is in fulfillment of the provision of the University Law. I am therefore highly and truly so delighted to be part of this History.” He charged the appointed members to be steadfast in carrying out their functions.

 

 
 Appointed members of the University Governing Council are:

 

 

1.       

PROFESSOR SALIHU MUSTAFA

PRO-CHANCELLOR / CHAIRMAN


2.       

REAR ADMIRAL C.O. EZEKOBA

MEMBER


3.       

REAR ADMIRAL M.A. ENO

MEMBER


4.       

COMMODORE A. KPOU

MEMBER


5.       

MRS RIFKATU SWANTA

MEMBER


6.       

PROFESSOR PAUL OMOJO OMAJI

MEMBER


7.       

PROFESSOR ARTHUR UME

MEMBER


8.       

PROFESSOR JOSEPH I. DIOHA

MEMBER


9.       

PROFESSOR LEONARD SHILGBA

MEMBER


10.   

DR (MRS) CLARA AGBARA

MEMBER


11.   

DR CHINEDU EDEBEATU

MEMBER


12.   

MR. GODWIN F. ORHEWERE

MEMBER


13.   

MRS BRIDGET O. ODOBOR

MEMBER


14.   

MR. MICHAEL AJUKWU

MEMBER


15.   

COMMODORE ISAAC M. MANKILIK (RTD)

SECRETARY


The BoT Chairman also noted that as provided in the University Law, the Deputy Vice Chancellor of the University; a representative of the University Convocation; and a representative of the National University Commission (NUC) are also members and will be filled in due course.

 

Responding, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Professor Salihu Mustafa pointed out that the event marks a historic and memorable day in the journey towards fulfilment of the dream of the Founders of the University. He expressed happiness and confidence in the Council members and assured the BoT and entire university of his commitment to the course. In his words, “Sir, you have outlined the great responsibilities placed on our shoulders to oversee the orderly and prudent management of the University’s resources... Sir, I want to assure you, the members of this council are prepared and will strive to meet these challenges, whenever they may arise”.

Shortly after the inauguration ceremony, before the Council held her first meeting, Council members were guided by Engr. Kayode Ayobami (Director of Works) on a tour round the University to see facilities (Laboratories, University Main and Faculty Libraries, etc) and ongoing projects.





Click here to watch the Highlight of the event

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