By Emmanuella Oghenetega
The Federal Ministry of Education has made clarifications on the appointment of a substantive Vice-Chancellor for Admiralty University, Delta State.
In a statement signed by Folasade Boriowo, Director of Press and Public Relations, it disclosed, that contrary to recent misleading reports, the Ministry discovered as a fact that due process was meticulously followed in the selection process culminating in the appointment of Professor Christopher B.N. Ogbogbo as the substantive Vice-Chancellor.
“Following a thorough review of the selection process , subsequent ministerial intervention and in line with the Federal Government’s commitment to merit and fairness, the Ministry confirms that Professor Christopher B.N. Ogbogbo is the most eligible candidate for the position of substantive Vice Chancellor of ADUN” the statement revealed
It was further disclosed, that the Federal Ministry of Education noted the declassification of the Council’s 21st Extraordinary Meeting Report of 26th and 27th February, 2025 which is designed to promote full transparency.
The Federal Ministry of Education therefore reiterated that it remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding due process, fairness, and merit in its supervisory responsibility.
Affirming also, that the appointment by the Governing Council of ADUN aligns with the provisions of the Admiralty University of Nigeria (Establishment) Act 2022 and other extant provisions regulating the affairs of the University.
