Nigerian Army University Biu Senate Elects Dual Deputy Vice-Chancellors at 4th Special Meeting

The Senate of the Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) convened its 4th Special Meeting on Thursday, May 21, 2026, to elect two Deputy Vice-Chancellors (DVCs) to the institution's leadership structure.

In his opening address, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Lawan Bala Buratai, disclosed that the meeting was called with a single agenda: filling the vacant DVC positions. Professor Buratai, who assumed office exactly one year ago, noted that he has managed the institution's affairs without deputies since his inception. He highlighted a structural timeline issue within the university's governance, pointing out a tenure disparity: while a Vice-Chancellor serves a five-year term, Deputy Vice-Chancellors serve a four-year tenure. This gap, he explained, often leads to overlapping departures when a Vice-Chancellor’s term ends.

The selection process initially featured four prominent professors nominated and paired for the two available seats: Professor Ayuba Audu Balami, Professor Lawan Bukar Inuwa, Professor Alkasim Abubakar, and Professor Fatima Kubuli Mohammed.

Following deliberations, the field narrowed after Professor Lawan Bukar Inuwa and Professor Fatima Kubuli Mohammed voluntarily withdrew from the race. Their withdrawal cleared the path for their respective counterparts to emerge unopposed.

Consequently, Professor Ayuba Audu Balami and Professor Alkasim Abubakar emerged as the DVC-designates. Their appointments, however, remain provisional and are subject to final approval by the University Governing Council.