By Felix Khanoba
The Governing Council of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja) led by its chairman, Senator Olanrewaju Tejuoso, has approved the elevation of 21 members of its academic staff to the professorial cadre.
In a statement issued on Sunday by the Acting Director of Information and University Relations, Dr Habib Yakoob, the council said 16 senior academics were promoted to the rank of professor, while five others attained the position of associate professor across various disciplines and specialisations.
“The promotions were ratified at the 81st Extraordinary Meeting of the Governing Council held on Thursday 5 February and Friday 6 February 2026, following the consideration of favourable external assessment reports on the candidates’ scholarly publications.
“The promoted academics cut across several 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.
“The promotions have various effective dates between 2020 and 2025,” the statement said.
Congratulating the newly elevated academics, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Hakeem Babatunde Fawehinmi, described the development as a testament to their commitment to scholarship, research and academic excellence.
He added that the university would continue to improve its internal processes to ensure the prompt handling of external assessment reports and the promotion of qualified staff in line with laid-down procedures.
Fawehinmi said, “After many years of rigorous academic work and favourable 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.
“The University will continue to support and recognise staff who demonstrate diligence and commitment to teaching, research, and community service.”
