Abia State University (ABSU), Uturu, has appointed Professor Amadike Ugbogu as its 9th Substantive Vice-Chancellor.
The appointment was approved by the Governor of Abia State and Visitor to the University, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, following the recommendation of the University Governing Council at its 161st Regular Meeting held on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
Professor Ugbogu, a Professor of Biochemistry, will officially assume office on November 1, 2026.
The appointment marks a new chapter in the leadership of the institution as the university looks forward to strengthening its academic standards, research activities, institutional development and overall educational excellence.
The announcement was contained in a press release dated October 31, 2026, and signed by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Rt. Hon. Agwu U. Agwu, Ph.D.
