President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sacked Professor Aisha Maikudi as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Abuja, now known as Yakubu Gowon University. The decision was announced hours after Maikudi presided over a matriculation ceremony at the school.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!According to sources, Maikudi’s appointment had been marred by controversy, with some lecturers alleging that she occupied the position illegally.
In her place, Tinubu has appointed Professor Lar Patricia Manko as Acting Vice Chancellor for a six-month term. However, Manko will not be eligible to apply for the substantive Vice Chancellor position when it becomes available.
The presidency has not officially commented on the reasons behind Maikudi’s removal. However, sources close to the matter indicate that the decision is part of a broader effort to revitalize Nigeria’s higher education system through dynamic leadership and accountability.
The development is expected to have significant implications for the university community, with many stakeholders welcoming the change in leadership.