ABSU Governing Council Mourns Passing of Member, Prof. Chidi Ejikeme Osuagwu

The Governing Council of Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU), has expressed deep sorrow over the death of one of its members, Prof. Chidi Ejikeme Osuagwu (Chartered), following a brief illness.

The Governing Council, on behalf of the university’s Management, Senate, staff and students, described the late professor as a respected council member, distinguished academic, committed unionist and great scholar whose contributions to the institution and the wider academic community would be remembered.

Prof. Osuagwu served meritoriously as a former Chairperson of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), ABSU Branch, and former Zonal Coordinator of the union.

Until his death, he was a member of the Governing Council of Abia State University and a pioneer lecturer in the Department of History and International Relations.

The Governing Council described his death as a significant loss to the council and the wider academic community, noting that his courage, commitment and invaluable contributions to the growth and development of the university would remain indelible.

The council extended its heartfelt condolences to his immediate family, colleagues, friends, members of the ASUU-ABSU Branch and the entire university community during the difficult period.

The Governing Council prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul.