Education

Prof Ugochukwu Bond Anyaehie Takes Charge At The Helms Of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka As The 8th Substantive Vice Chancellor

Published

4 months ago

November 16, 2025

By Jim Isilebo

From it’s inception in 1991,the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka have had in its headship the services of seven substantive Vice Chancellors, alongside having some others on acting capacity.

With the recent emergence of Professor Ugochukwu Bond Anyaehie, as its next Vice Chancellor after a thorough and diligent recruitment process, comes a well tested academic and administrator to move the University to its next enviable level.

Born on 16th November 1971,Prof Ugochukwu Bond Anyaehie, a renowned Academic, Researcher, Medical doctor, Physiologist, and Public Health specialist of many years standing, is an eminent professor of Medicine, who ascended to full professorship over twelve years ago at the age of 41years.

Professor Anyaehie have served as a member of governing council of two universities, and has been a permanent member of University of Nigeria Nsukka Senate for over ten years, where he distinguished himself in service as Head of department on many occasions, Director of Research and Publication, and immediate past Deputy Provost of it’s College of Medicine.

Prof Anyaehie, who have also served as external examiner for many medical schools, as well the prestigious West African Postgraduate Medical College, have supervised over forty Post graduate students with four of his Supervisees now full professors.

In addition to his well enriched professional pedigree, Anyaehie was the pioneer Provost of College of Medicine at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri.

He has also had a veritable level of exposure as Visiting Scholar at Medical University Graz, Austria and also Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium.

Prof Anyaehie, is the “141st Inaugural Lecturer” of the University of Nigeria Nsukka, and is credited with over fifty publications in peer reviewed journals. He is bestowed with a massive administrative experience spanning across international, national and private-owned Universities.

Outside the academia, Anyaehie’s experience spans across his invaluable services with numerous international donor agencies, national agencies and also the Nigerian National Assembly.

He has also been the Lead Consultant on health development, strategic planning, and health policy development for all tiers of government in Nigeria, as well as Imo state University, Abia state University and Federal University of Technology, Owerri.

Prof Anyaehie is a member of several professional bodies which includes;

(1) Society of Gynecologists & Obstetricians of Nigeria(SOGON).

(2) American Society of Reproductive Medicine(ASRM).

(3) International College of Surgeons(ICS).

(4) World Association of Medical Editors(WAME).

(5) Council of Science Editors(CSE).

(6) Physiological Society of Nigeria.

In other extra curricular activities the erudite Professor was also the pioneer chairman of the University of Nigeria College of Medicine Cooperative Society and Provincial President of Christian Men’s Fellowship, covering over twelve dioceses of Church of Nigeria(Enugu Province),National Executive member of Federal Government College Okigwe and also global coordinator of Abia state University Medical Alumni Association.

At the community level, Prof Anyaehie who is married with children, and an awesome team player widely resourcesful in solving multi-faceted problems in organisations, continues to provide leadership as President of Nkwerre Aborigines Union, Enugu chapter.

Congratulations Prof, for a well deserved recognition and appointment.

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Historic Matriculation: EUN Unveils ₦50bn Research Endowment

Published

7 days ago

March 9, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Chancellor of the European University of Nigeria (EUN), Nicholas Ukachukwu, has announced the establishment of a ₦50 billion research endowment fund aimed at driving innovation and cutting-edge research across specialised disciplines in the institution.

Ukachukwu disclosed this during an interview on the sidelines of the university’s maiden matriculation ceremony, explaining that the fund would support research in critical sectors such as medicine, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), and other technical fields.

According to him, the initiative is designed to ensure that research carried out at the university produces practical solutions with real societal impact rather than remaining purely theoretical.

“We set up this university to be a centre for research, and the ₦50 billion endowment fund will focus on special categories of research and disciplines,” he said.

The chancellor explained that the university intends to support research from the discovery stage to practical application, particularly in areas such as drug development and technological innovation.

He noted that breakthroughs in these areas require specialised expertise, modern equipment and sustained investment, adding that the institution is committed to creating an enabling environment for researchers and students.

Ukachukwu emphasised that the research culture at EUN would be driven by results and societal relevance.

“I cannot call people, including myself, to put together ₦50 billion and allow research outcomes to gather dust on shelves. Whatever we invest in must produce results and impact lives,” he said.

He added that the university aims to nurture students who think beyond conventional classroom learning and develop innovative solutions to societal challenges.

Ukachukwu further revealed that the institution is building a centre of excellence equipped with advanced technology and highly skilled professionals, noting that government institutions may eventually collaborate with the university to benefit from its facilities and research outputs.

According to him, the university expects to begin seeing significant outcomes from its research investments within the next one to five years.Earlier in his welcome address at the matriculation ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor of EUN, Emmanuel Ibezim, urged the pioneer students to pursue academic excellence, discipline and innovation throughout their stay at the institution.

Ibezim described the event as historic, noting that it marked the formal admission of the university’s first set of students.He said the university is committed to producing graduates who are intellectually sound, ethically grounded and globally competitive.

“Your admission into this university is a testament to your hard work and potential. However, admission is only the first step; what truly matters is what you do with the opportunity before you,” he said.

The Vice-Chancellor assured the students that the institution would provide quality teaching, modern laboratories, digital learning resources and mentorship to support their academic development.

He urged them to embrace critical thinking, creativity and innovation while making effective use of the university’s learning facilities.Ibezim also stressed that the university maintains zero tolerance for examination malpractice, cultism, harassment, drug abuse and other forms of misconduct, advising students to strictly adhere to the institution’s rules and regulations.

He further encouraged the students to participate in approved extracurricular activities, sports and leadership programmes to build teamwork and leadership skills that would prepare them for life beyond the classroom.

The Vice-Chancellor also assured parents and guardians that the university management remains committed to improving teaching, research, infrastructure, innovation and student welfare.

A highlight of the ceremony was the administration of the matriculation oath and the signing of the matriculation register by the pioneer students, formally admitting them into the academic community of the university.

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