University of Abuja Governing Council Approves 21 Academic Promotions to Professorial Ranks
The Governing Council of the University of Abuja, now Yakubu Gowon University, has approved the promotion of 21 academic staff, elevating 16 to full professor and five to associate professor across a wide range of disciplines.
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The Governing Council of the University of Abuja, now Yakubu Gowon University, has approved the promotion of 21 academic staff, elevating 16 to full professor and five to associate professor across a wide range of disciplines.
The decision was made under the leadership of Council Chairman Senator Dr. Olanrewaju Tejuoso.
Acting Director of Information and University Relations, Dr. Habib Yakoob, confirmed that the promotions were ratified during the 81st Extraordinary Meeting of the Governing Council, held on 5 and 6 February 2026, following favorable external assessment reports of the candidates’ scholarly publications.
The promoted academics represent diverse fields, including clinical pharmacology, science education (physics), electrical engineering, endocrinology, Islamic studies, nephrology, clinical anatomy, dermatology, guidance and counselling, English language education, educational administration and planning, taxation law, geography and environmental management, public administration and e-governance, political science and international relations, and philosophy. Effective dates for the promotions range from 2020 to 2025.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Hakeem Babatunde Fawehinmi congratulated the promoted staff, describing the advancement as a reflection of their dedication to scholarship, research, and academic excellence. He emphasized the University’s commitment to timely processing of external assessments and supporting deserving academics in line with institutional guidelines.
“After many years of rigorous academic work and favorable external assessment, these promotions are well deserved. I congratulate the beneficiaries and encourage them to continue making meaningful contributions to the growth of the University. We expect greater scholarly output and academic leadership from them,” Professor Fawehinmi stated, reaffirming the institution’s commitment to recognizing staff diligence in teaching, research, and community service.
