AKSU Elevates Academic Staff to Professorial Ranks

Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) has approved the promotion of several members of its academic staff to the prestigious ranks of Professor and Associate Professor.

AKSU Elevates Academic Staff to Professorial Ranks

Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) has approved the promotion of several members of its academic staff to the prestigious ranks of Professor and Associate Professor.

The announcement was made by the Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. OtoAbasi E. Akpan, during an emergency Senate meeting held on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at the university’s main campus in Ikot Akpaden, Mkpat Enin Local Government Area.

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Promoted to Professor

  • Prof. Nse Akwang – Library and Information Sciences

Promoted to Associate Professor

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  • Dr. Imoh Imoh Ita – Public Administration
  • Dr. Ekom Okpo – Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Dr. Imo Nkan – Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Dr. Ndifreke Inyang Udosen – Physics
  • Dr. Dominic Ekpo – Mechanical Engineering
  • Dr. Glory Edet – Agricultural Economics

The elevation, according to the university, reflects AKSU’s commitment to rewarding excellence, fostering academic growth, and strengthening its teaching and research capacities. The promoted scholars are expected to bring renewed leadership and expertise to their respective fields, further contributing to the institution’s vision of academic distinction.