By Chuks Oyema-Aziken
Professor Haruna Kuje Ayuba has been appointed as Vice-Chancellor, Bingham University Karu, Nasarawa State.
Ayuba, one of Nigeria’s core environmental expert, was until his appointment immediate past Deputy Vice-Chancellor in charge of Academics at the Nasarawa State University, Keffi.
A press release by the University, said his appointment followed the approval of the recommendations of the University’s Governing Council to the Board of Trustees, chaired by the ECWA President, Rev. (Dr.) Stephen Panya Baba on the appointment of a new Vice-Chancellor for the University.
Prof. Ayuba is a seasoned Professor of Biogeography and Environmental Science.
He has represented Nigeria severally in climate change negotiations at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change; and expert in preparation of national obligatory reports to the UNFCCC.
Prof. Ayuba is expected to take-over from the incumbent Vice-Chancellor Prof. W. B. Qurix, OFR whose tenure expires on the 8th of January, 2024.
Professor Ayuba brings with him a wealth of experience in University administration and climate change.
Meanwhile, his appointment has been welcome by the Nigerian Environment family.
