The Governing Council of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has approved the appointment of Professor Uduma O. Uduma as the new Vice-Chancellor of the institution.
His appointment takes effect from February 11, 2026, following the expiration of the tenure of the incumbent Vice-Chancellor.
Isa Yuguda, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of NOUN, announced this while briefing the press in Abuja on Friday.
He said the appointment followed the recommendation of the Joint Council and Senate Selection Board for the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor, which was duly considered and approved by the Governing Council.
“The University is pleased to announce that the Governing Council has approved the appointment of Professor Uduma O. Uduma as the new Vice-Chancellor, effective 11th February 2026,” he said.
He added that Professor Uduma, a Professor of Philosophy and Logic and a Barrister-at-Law, brings to the office a wealth of experience spanning academic leadership, research, and institutional development.
Background
NOUN is a public distance learning institution established in 1983 to expand access to high education. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, and its flexible model allows students to study at their own pace and time, making it accessible to working professionals and others with various commitments.
