Pro-Chancellor Inaugurates AE-FUNAI College of Medical Sciences Board in Landmark Governance Move

The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Governing Council, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI), Engr. Dr. Anthony Nebo, has inaugurated the maiden Governing Board of the University’s College of Medical Sciences.  

The inauguration marks a historic milestone, being the first time the College, established about 9 years ago, will operate with a dedicated Board to provide strategic oversight.  

Speaking at the event, Dr. Nebo commended the Vice-Chancellor for his foresight in initiating the process. He reaffirmed Council’s commitment to providing full support to ensure the College attains its mandate of excellence in medical training, research, and service delivery.  

“The Board is expected to work assiduously to elevate the College of Medical Sciences to enviable heights and position it as a center of excellence,” the Pro-Chancellor stated.  

In his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Daniel Nwachukwu, described the inauguration as “historic and long overdue.”  

He noted that upon assumption of office, he observed an over-centralization of administrative powers in the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, which slowed decision-making.  

“To build a more proactive, resilient, and efficient university, we have begun the deliberate process of decentralization. The inauguration of this Board is a key part of that reform,” Professor Nwachukwu said.  

The Vice-Chancellor further explained that granting the College a measure of semi-autonomy will enable the Board to directly oversee its academic, administrative, and financial activities, and ensure the College meets its academic goals without unnecessary recourse to Central Administration.  

“With this Board in place, the College can now stand on its own and address its challenges more effectively,” he added.  

The College of Medical Sciences Board is composed of the Pro-Chancellor/Chairman of Governing Council as Chairman. Other members include the Vice-Chancellor, Provost, Deputy Provost, Chief Medical Director of the Teaching Hospital, all Deans of College Faculties, a Nominee of Governing Council, a Nominee of College Academic Board, Financial Controller (not below the rank of Deputy Bursar), and College Secretary who will serve as Secretary.  

The inauguration underscores AE-FUNAI’s commitment to strengthening institutional governance and advancing quality medical education in line with global best practices.