NOUN VC APPOINTMENT : EBONYI GOVERNOR , NWIFURU CONGRATULATES PROF. UDUMA

NOUN VC APPOINTMENT : EBONYI GOVERNOR , NWIFURU CONGRATULATES PROF. UDUMA 


The Governor of Ebonyi State, Rt. Hon.  Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru has congratulated Prof. Uduma Orji Uduma on his  appointment as the Vice-Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) by the Governing Council of the institution.

In a letter signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor Dr. Monday Uzor, the Governor described the appointment as a testament to Prof. Uduma’s outstanding academic pedigree, sterling leadership qualities, and immense contributions to philosophical scholarship and national development. 

The Governor noted that Professor Uduma has over the years brought honour and pride to Ebonyi State and Nigeria through his scholarship, intellectual rigour, and mentorship of younger academics.

Governor Nwifuru expressed the confidence that Prof. Uduma will bring his wealth of experience, vision, and integrity to bear in advancing the mandate of the NOUN, fostering academic excellence and expanding access to quality education in the country.

Governor Nwifuru who "On behalf of the Government and  people of Ebonyi State, wishes Prof. Uduma Orji Uduma a successful tenure and God’s continued wisdom, strength, and grace in the discharge of his duties" the letter stated.

Prof. Uduma hails from Nguzu in Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State was recently appointed the Vice-Chancellor of NOUN by the governing council of the university effective February 11th, 2026.

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