The University of Abuja has refuted claims of favoritism and irregularities in its ongoing Vice-Chancellor selection process. The university addressed concerns raised by senate members and clarified that the acting VC, Aisha Sani Maikudi, meets the necessary qualifications. It emphasized a transparent and merit-based selection process and urged stakeholders to allow it to proceed without interference.
The University of Abuja has denied claims of bias and irregularities in the ongoing selection process for the vice-chancellor. On Tuesday, a disturbance, purported to be a protest of professors, broke out at the UniAbuja campus. At the centre of it were moves by the university management to choose members of the VC selection committee board.
Unsubstantiated claims had it that the governing council was attempting to install Maikudi as the substantive VC, despite her purported ineligibility under advertised criteria.In a statement on Wednesday, the university dismissed claims that Aisha Sani Maikudi, the acting VC, is being unfairly favoured. Habib Yakoob, the acting director of information and university relations, said Maikudi’s qualifications show her accomplishments during her tenure. The university said it is committed to a transparent and merit-based selection process conducted under relevant regulations.how two senate members of the selection board faulted the selection process. UniAbuja clarified that a scheduled senate meeting to address concerns raised by two senate members was postponed to allow for alternative resolutions. The university also addressed allegations of protests and harassment of journalists, a situation it described as a misunderstanding.Advertisement The university emphasised its commitment to fostering positive relationships with the media and ensuring the safety and security of all individuals on campus. It urged all stakeholders to allow the selection process to proceed without interference or politicisation
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