After nearly two decades of shaping minds and advancing AUN’s mission, Dr. Chioma Anadozie, Professor Lucky Osagie Imade, Dr. Agatha Ukata, and Dr. Olusegun Ogundapo were formally recognized as long-serving faculty members during the university’s 17th Founders’ Day celebration. The ceremony highlighted their dedication, commitment, and lasting impact on generations of students.
The recognition was presented by the Provost, Professor Paul Vita, who commended the honorees for their invaluable service to the university.
Dr. Chioma Anadozie, Assistant Professor of Information Systems, joined AUN in 2006 as a non-academic staff member. Through determination and hard work, she earned her doctorate at AUN and rose to become a respected faculty member. Professor Lucky Osagie Imade, Associate Professor of International Relations and Director of the Model UN Programme, has been mentoring students and advancing AUN’s Model UN initiatives since joining the university in 2008.
Dr. Olusegun Ogundapo, of the Department of Electronic Engineering, is widely recognized for his dedication to mentoring students in research, while Dr. Agatha Ukata has made significant contributions to academic development and institutional growth through her long-standing service.
Professor Vita praised the honorees, saying their dedication is a shining example of “what visionary leadership combined with committed faculty and staff can achieve.” He added that the recognition reflected the lasting impact these faculty members have had on students and the university.
Reported by Pwagreno Blessing Moris