Professor Akan Williams has been announced as the second substantive vice chancellor of Ritman University, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom state.
The private university also officially inaugurated a new management team to steer the institution into its next phase of academic and administrative excellence.
At a colourful reception ceremony, the university community welcomed the new VC, who is a professor of Chemistry.
He succeeds Professor Celestine A. Ntuen, the pioneer Vice Chancellor of the institution.
He rose through the academic ranks and was announced a full Professor of Chemistry in December 2017, effective January 1, 2018.
A specialist in Analytical and Environmental Chemistry, Professor Williams has been an academic in the Nigerian University System for 23 years, bringing with him a wealth of experience and commitment to academic excellence.
Also joining the new management team are Deaconess Faith E. Emmanuel, who makes history as the first female and 2nd substantive Registrar, and Dr. Joseph U. Igligli, who assumes office as the 2nd substantive University Librarian.
The ceremony was graced by the Visitor of the University, Senator Emmanuel Ibok-Essien, alongside staff, students, and guests.
The Visitor commended the outgoing management for its service and expressed confidence in the capacity of the new team to consolidate on the gains recorded and advance the university’s vision.
Williams expressed appreciation for the confidence reposed in him and pledged to uphold the ideals of Ritman University in line with its motto: “Building Knowledge for Development.”
Students, staff, and invited guests joined in celebrating what many described as a promising era for Ritman University.
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