UNIZIK Business School Holds Valedictory Session for Outgoing VC Charles Esimone
Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) recently held a valedictory session for its outgoing Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles Okechukwu Esimone, at the UNIZIK Business School.
Mary Nwaeze 
Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) recently held a valedictory session for its outgoing Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles Okechukwu Esimone, at the UNIZIK Business School. This event marked the conclusion of Professor Esimone’s impactful tenure, which began on June 4, 2019. During his time as the 6th substantive Vice-Chancellor, he made significant contributions to the university's growth and development.
Professor Esimone's leadership saw Nnamdi Azikiwe University achieve numerous milestones in academic excellence, research, and community engagement. Under his administration, the university improved its global ranking from 4,937th in 2019 to below 1,500th by the end of his tenure. His efforts also resulted in a substantial increase in inaugural lectures, academic conferences, and grant applications across various departments.
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The valedictory session included a university-wide tour where Professor Esimone visited various departments, research centers, and administrative offices. This tour allowed him to interact with students, faculty, and staff, reflecting on the university's achievements and discussing future goals. Faculties across the university organized board sessions to express their gratitude and commemorate his contributions.
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During his tenure, Professor Esimone also emphasized the importance of media collaboration to elevate the university's profile globally. He actively sought media support to achieve the university’s ambitious Project 200 goal, aiming to place UNIZIK among the top 200 universities worldwide.
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Professor Esimone’s tenure has left a lasting legacy at UNIZIK, characterized by academic innovation, infrastructural development, and enhanced research output. His leadership has positioned the university on a trajectory of continued excellence and growth.
