The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Engr. Dr. Anthony Nebo recently led other members of the Governing Council on a courtesy visit to the Chancellor of the University, HRM Oba (Dr.) Michael Aremu Adedotun Gbadebo, Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, at his palace in Abeokuta, Ogun State, where they sought for royal backing in their quest to drive rapid academic and infrastructural development in the university.
The visit served to formally introduce the 4th substantive Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Daniel C. Nwachukwu and other Governing Council members to the Chancellor and to discuss partnerships that will advance the university’s development agenda.
Speaking during the meeting, the Pro-Chancellor, Dr. Nebo reaffirmed the Council’s commitment to building strong stakeholder relationships and providing quality leadership to realize the university’s vision. He noted that Prof. Nwachukwu’s appointment as Vice-Chancellor followed a transparent and merit-based selection process, and assured the Chancellor of the Council’s continued support for academic and infrastructural growth.
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Nwachukwu expressed appreciation for the Chancellor’s steadfast support to the university and sought his royal blessings as he assumes office. He outlined plans to expand academic programmes through new faculties, strengthen infrastructure, and enhance research and innovation. He also emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships to attract development opportunities and raise the university’s national and international profile.
In his response, His Royal Majesty commended the Governing Council and Management for upholding the institution’s values and promoting a culture of consultation. He specifically praised the university’s leadership for maintaining the hybrid solar power facility, describing it as a model of responsible management and commitment to sustainable infrastructure.
The Alake reaffirmed his support for AE-FUNAI’s growth and urged the leadership to sustain excellence, uphold high academic standards, and continue producing graduates who contribute meaningfully to national development.
The visit reinforced the cordial relationship between the Chancellor and the university leadership and underscored their shared commitment to collaboration, visionary leadership, and the long-term progress of AE-FUNAI.
