PAAU Vice-Chancellor Hosts Maternal Family on Courtesy Visit, Pledges Institutional Transformation

The Vice-Chancellor of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, received a delegation from his maternal family, the Oyibo family of Agwudoko, Anyigba, during a courtesy visit to his office on Wednesday, 13 May 2026.

The delegation, led by Chief Wada Oyibo, the Ohioma Ejeh, visited the Vice-Chancellor to offer prayers, celebrate his appointment, and pledge the host community's support for his administration.

Speaking for the family, Chief Oyibo praised Professor Usman’s humility, administrative fairness, and leadership track record. He noted that the Vice-Chancellor’s performance during his previous tenure as the Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, was a key factor in his elevation to lead PAAU.

Chief Oyibo expressed gratitude to the former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello, CON, for his initial foresight in appointing Professor Usman to public service. He also commended the incumbent Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, for sustaining that confidence by appointing him as the Vice-Chancellor of the university.

In his response, Professor Usman described the solidarity visit from his maternal lineage as a rare and deeply valued honour. He likened his career trajectory to the refinement of gold, emphasizing that discipline, sacrifice, and perseverance have shaped his approach to public service.

"We will do our best, and at the end of our tenure, we should be able to look back at the transformation recorded under our administration," the Vice-Chancellor stated.

He reaffirmed his commitment to integrity, transparency, and inclusiveness. He also urged his family and the wider host community to continually support the state government led by Governor Ododo.