Professors at the University of Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, have staged a protest over what they allege is an irregular process for appointing the institution’s next vice-chancellor.
PLATFORM TIMES reports that the crisis emerged following the departure of the former vice-chancellor, Abdul Rasheed Na’Allah, on July 1.
The controversy centers on accusations that the university’s governing council, in alleged collusion with certain staff members, is attempting to impose Prof. Aisha Maikudi as the substantive vice-chancellor, despite claims of her ineligibility under the advertised criteria.
The move has reportedly deepened tensions within the institution.On Tuesday morning, the situation escalated when members of the Channels Television crew, who were reportedly covering the unfolding events, were reportedly assaulted and had their cameras damaged.
According to sources, the crew was detained briefly in what appears to be an attempt to suppress media coverage of the crisis.
A crisis meeting of the university’s Senate was also scheduled for Tuesday at 9 a.m. The agenda reportedly included efforts by the governing council to replace Senate members opposing the imposition of Maikudi as vice-chancellor.
The unfolding crisis highlights growing concerns over transparency and due process in the leadership transition at UniAbuja. Stakeholders are calling for adherence to established guidelines and the avoidance of actions that could undermine the institution’s reputation.
Efforts to reach the university’s governing council for comments were unsuccessful as of press time.
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