By Onuminya Innocent, Zamfara
The Governing Council of the Federal University Gusau (FUGUS) has approved the promotion of eleven senior academic staff members to higher academic ranks in recognition of their dedication and scholarly contributions.
The decision was taken at the Council’s 30th Regular Meeting held on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in Abuja.
The promotion sees four academic staff elevated to the rank of Professor, including Dr. Lawal Sa’adu, the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration, who has been instrumental in driving the university’s administrative reforms.
Dr. Aliyu Usman Moyi, the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic, was also promoted to the rank of Professor, in recognition of his contributions to the university’s academic growth.
Other staff promoted to the rank of Professor include Dr. Nasir Garba Anka and Dr. Rabiatu Musa Mafara. Dr. Anka’s research work in his field has been widely acclaimed, while Dr. Mafara has been a leading voice in her academic discipline.
Seven other academic staff were elevated from Senior Lecturer to the rank of Associate Professors.
They include Dr. Taofiki Aminu, Dr. Abbas Sani Dahiru, Dr. Abdullahi Mustapha Muhammad, Dr. Adamu Muhammad, Dr. Precious C. Ezeh, Dr. Ahmad Kainuwa, and Dr. Omokhuale Emmanuel.
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Rt. Hon. Engr. Aminu Sani Isa, congratulated the newly promoted staff and urged them to view their elevation not just as a reward but as a call to greater service to the university, the community, and humanity at large.
“The promotion of these deserving academics is a testament to the university’s commitment to academic excellence and the professional growth of its workforce,” he said.
The promotion takes effect immediately, and the university community is expected to formally celebrate the achievement of the promoted staff in the coming weeks.
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