In a significant controversy, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s intervention in the University of Abuja has raised questions about the decision-making process that led to the abrupt removal of Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi, the institution’s newly appointed Vice Chancellor. Her sacking, allegedly influenced by a faction of protesting staff, has been criticized as a poorly executed response to an internal leadership dispute.
Professor Maikudi’s appointment in December 2024 had sparked unrest among some members of the university, particularly from Professor Sani Mashi’s supporters, who argued that the process violated university protocols. However, investigations revealed that no legal breaches had occurred during her appointment. Despite this, the controversy intensified, eventually leading to President Tinubu’s decision to intervene. Critics, including long-time alumni, have expressed disappointment, suggesting that this premature action undermines the integrity of both the university and the president’s record as a political strategist.
This unfolding saga highlights the complexities of university governance and raises concerns about the political influence on academic institutions.
source: vanguard.ngr.com
