The Forum of South-East Academic Doctors (FOSAD) warmly congratulates Professor Uduma Oji Uduma on his appointment as the new Vice Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). His appointment stands as a profound recognition of intellectual merit, visionary leadership, and dedicated service to the growth of education and scholarship in Nigeria.
Professor Uduma’s elevation to this prestigious office is both well-deserved and inspiring. A distinguished philosopher and university administrator, he has for decades contributed significantly to higher education, mentoring countless students and shaping philosophical inquiry in Nigeria and beyond. His leadership style—rooted in scholarship, discipline, and ethical commitment—embodies the very ideals that define academic excellence.
A Distinguished Scholar and Administrator
Professor Uduma Oji Uduma, a native of Ebonyi State, holds a Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), where he has also served in various academic and administrative capacities. He rose through the ranks to become a Professor of Philosophy, specializing in African Philosophy, Logic, and Epistemology.
Over the years, he has published widely in reputable journals and edited volumes, contributing to the global discourse on African identity, knowledge systems, and the philosophy of development. His works are frequently cited in philosophical research and have earned him recognition as one of Nigeria’s foremost voices in contemporary African thought.
Beyond the classroom, Professor Uduma has served with distinction in several leadership roles, including Head of Department, Dean of Faculty, and Chairman of major university committees. His reputation for fairness, intellectual rigor, and administrative competence has earned him respect across the Nigerian academic community.
Hope for a New Era at NOUN
The Forum of South-East Academic Doctors believes that Professor Uduma’s leadership will usher in a new era of innovation and institutional growth at NOUN. His deep understanding of pedagogy and technology-enhanced learning will no doubt advance the university’s mission of democratizing access to higher education through open and distance learning.
FOSAD commends the Federal Government and the Governing Council of the National Open University of Nigeria for the wisdom in appointing such a visionary scholar to steer the institution at this crucial time. His appointment reflects a national recognition of the intellectual strength and leadership capacity emanating from the South-East region.
As he assumes office, the Forum urges Professor Uduma to continue to uphold the principles of integrity, inclusion, and academic freedom. FOSAD pledges its full support and collaboration with NOUN under his leadership to promote educational transformation, research excellence, and national development.
We are confident that Professor Uduma’s tenure will consolidate NOUN’s place as a leading centre for open and distance learning in Africa and a model of innovation in tertiary education.
FOSAD prays for divine wisdom and guidance for Professor Uduma as he embarks on this historic journey of service to Nigeria and humanity.
Signed
Dr. Stephen Nwala
President
Forum of South-East Academic Doctors (FOSAD)
Dr. Uzor Ngoladi
Secretary General
Forum of South-East Academic Doctors (FOSAD)
