FUTO Denies Existence of Fake Professors Amidst Controversial Claims
The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), has vehemently denied the presence of any fake professors within its ranks. The institution's Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Nnenna Oti, addressed the issue, dismissing the allegations as baseless.
Mary Nwaeze 
In a recent statement, the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), has vehemently denied the presence of any fake professors within its ranks. The institution's Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Nnenna Oti, addressed the issue, dismissing the allegations as baseless.
According to Prof. Oti, the online report that suggested the existence of 11 fake professors at FUTO was fabricated, with the listed names found to be non-existent in the university's staff records. She pointed out that the university's autonomy allows it to handle matters related to its professors without obligatory reporting to external bodies.
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The Vice-Chancellor emphasized that the list of professors is readily accessible through various official channels such as the university's website, matriculation lists, convocation lists, Senate documents, staff nominal roll, and payroll. Prof. Oti also highlighted the dynamic nature of the list, subject to regular updates reflecting additions and subtractions.
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Addressing concerns about the National Universities Commission's (NUC) directory for listing professors with their curriculum vitae (CV), Prof. Oti clarified that participation in this directory is voluntary. She noted that the directory is updated annually at best and is neither mandatory nor comprehensive.
The FUTO management's response comes as a reassurance to the university's community and stakeholders, emphasizing transparency and accountability in its academic affairs. The Vice-Chancellor urged the public to rely on official channels for accurate information and cautioned against spreading unverified claims that could tarnish the institution's reputation.
The controversy surrounding the alleged fake professors adds an unexpected twist to the academic landscape, highlighting the challenges faced by universities in managing their internal affairs while maintaining public trust.
