Federal Polytechnic Oko Elects Dr. Ferguson Ezeokafor as New Deputy Rector (Administration)

Dr. Ferguson Chukwudozie Ezeokafor has emerged as the Deputy Rector (Administration) elect Federal Polytechnic Oko following election by the Academic Board of the Institution. 

The election was held today, Wednesday 3rd December, 2025 during the Academic Board meeting (AB) presided over by the Chairman and Rector, Dr.Chioma Irene Awuzie. Sequel to the election, the AB Chairman, nominated Dr.Ferguson Ezeokafor, who is currently the Director Academic Planning and Dr.Elias Okeke who is Head, Department of Chemistry for the position in line with provisions of the Polytechnic Act. Dr.Ezeokafor consequently polled the highest number of votes to emerge the winner.

In his acceptance speech Dr.Ezeokafor appreciated the Rector and AB chairman, Dr.Awuzie and members of the AB for the faith reposed in him to serve as Deputy Rector. He pledged to support and work closely with the Rector in order to reposition the institution as a citadel of excellence and pride.

Dr.Ezeokafor is a chief lecturer in the department of accountancy and a Fellow Certified National Accountants.

He has held various positions in the Polytechnic including: Chairman Teaching Staff Appraisal Committee, Chairman Committee on Harmonization of Teaching Courses, Member, Federal Polytechnic Oko Tenders Board Committee, Member Council Committee on Academic Matters, Affiliation and Accreditation, Member Senior Staff Disciplinary Committee.

Dr.Ezeokafor will take over from Dr. Kenneth Ezekwe, whose tenure is ending on 17th December 2025.