The Alumni Association of the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University has weighed in on the ongoing process to appoint a new Vice Chancellor of the university.
The Association spoke through a press release titled, “Alumni Association’s Stand on the Appointment of the Next Vice Chancellor”, signed by its National Public Relations Officer, Mrs. Goodluck Adaku Nwankpa.
The full text of the statement reads:
The Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Alumni Association, a broad and inclusive body of graduates from our distinguished institution, wishes to clearly reaffirm its patriotic and unbiased stance on the ongoing process of appointing the next Vice Chancellor of our great university.
As an association committed to the progress, unity, and long-term vision of the institution, we reiterate that our collective interest lies in seeing the emergence of the most competent, credible, and visionary leader—irrespective of personal affiliations or sentiments.
While we recognize and appreciate the contributions of the current Acting Vice Chancellor, we are also conscious of the fact that capacity, competence, and commitment are not limited to one individual.
We acknowledge the right of every alumnus to hold and express personal preferences. However, the Alumni Association as a body maintains a non-partisan posture and will not be drawn into acts that suggest favoritism or factional alignment.
Let it be unequivocally stated that the Alumni Association has no intention whatsoever to sponsor, partner with, or endorse any group or individual engaging in demonstrations, protests, or any form of coercive advocacy in allegiance to any aspirant. Such actions do not reflect the values of intellectual maturity, democratic engagement, and institutional integrity that we uphold.
We trust in the wisdom, discernment, and leadership of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Anambra State, who, guided by the founding principles of the university and the voice of the majority, will steer the process with fairness and foresight.
Whoever emerges through due process shall enjoy the full support and cooperation of the Alumni Association. Our commitment remains to the advancement of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University and the broader educational development of Anambra State.
Signed,
Mrs. Goodluck Adaku Nwankpa
National Public Relations Officer
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Alumni Association
