Buhari appoints Ooni of Ife as UNN Chancellor

President Muhammadu Buhari has recently
appointed the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye
Ogunwusi, as the chancellor of the University
of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN).
Appointment of Ooni Ogunwusi is historically
significant as he has become the youngest
chancellor in Nigeria
Today, February 20, the Ooni of Ife was present
at the Tertiary Institution’s 45th convocation
ceremony and was also officially sworn in as
the new chancellor.
Ooni of Ife sworn in as UNN chancellor
Ooni of Ife is speaking at the Tertiary
Institution’s 45th convocation ceremony.
The Ife monarch expressed gratitude to
President Buhari for recognizing his promotion
of unity in the country.
“This appointment would develop further and
enable the monarch to build more bridges of
friendship most especially across the Niger.”
“His appointment as chancellor, University Of
Nigeria, Nsuka is considered as a positive sign
that can further enhance peaceful coexistence
of our dear nation as it was clearly stated in
the letter of appointment written and signed by
honorable minister of education, Alhaji Adamu
Adamu on behalf of Mr President that Kabiyesi’
appointment is based on his wealth of
experience and his capacity to manage men
and resources which he has demonstrated in
the administration of his Kingdom in the last
three months,” the statement read in part.

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