I WILL TRANSFORM AE-FUNAI INTO A HUB OF ACADEMIC AND INTELLECTUAL EXCELLENCE -PROFESSOR NWACHUKWU

The newly-appointed Vice-Chancellor of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Professor Daniel C. Nwachukwu has promised to work tirelessly with all stakeholders including council, staff and students to transform the university into a hub of academic and intellectual excellence.

Professor Chukwu gave the assurance while giving his acceptance speech after his appointment by the Governing Council of the University as the 4th substantive Vice-Chancellor of the institution.

“I promise to justify the confidence reposed in me by working tirelessly with Council, staff and students to transform AE-FUNAI into a hub of academic and intellectual excellence

“My appointment marks a new beginning; I shall leverage on my experience to drive infrastructural growth, academic innovation, ethical standards, and boosts our global visibility and ranking.”

The new AE-FUNAI helmsman also thanked the university Governing Council for finding him worthy to serve the university in such an exalted position.

He therefore assured the university community of his commitment to prioritizing their welfare, and working collaboratively to make AE-FUNAI a better place.

Professor Nwachukwu dedicated his appointment to the Mother of Perpetual Help, his beloved wife and children, and all those that stood by him.

He also extended a hand of fellowship to his fellow contestants, enjoining them to unite with him to propel AE-FUNAI to greater heights.

Following his appointment, Professor Nwachukwu shall be assuming office on 11th February, 2026, after the expiration of the tenure of the incumbent Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sunday Elom, on 10th February, 2026.