The Governing Council of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja), chaired by Saddiq Kaita, has approved the promotion of 154 staff members to various ranks.
The university announced this in a statement on Thursday.
The university said the promotions were approved during the council’s 98th regular meeting on December 10, 11, 12 and 14.
The statement explained that among the academic staff, 19 were promoted to professors, 14 to associate professor, 20 to senior lecturer, six to lecturer one and one to Lecturer II.
It also said 94 non-teaching staff were promoted across various ranks: two to deputy director, six to assistant director, and others to different grades.
According to the statement, the acting vice-chancellor, Aisha Maikudi, in her congratulatory message to the promoted staff members, commended them for their dedication, hard work and discipline.
Ms Maikudi said the university was committed to ensuring timely promotions for all deserving staff, with the support of the governing council.
“These promotions reflect the University of Abuja’s commitment to fostering excellence, recognising merit, and encouraging growth among its staff.
“I, therefore, congratulate all the promoted individuals and urge them to continue contributing to the university’s vision of academic and professional distinction and excellence. All outstanding backlogs of promotion cases have been meticulously reviewed and resolved, ensuring fairness and recognition for deserving staff.
“The remaining cases are now awaiting external assessment reports, reflecting the university’s commitment to transparency, meritocracy, and timely career progression for its workforce,” she said.
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