Prince Abubakar Audu Varsity Gets New PRO, Technical Assistant

The Vice-Chancellor of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, has approved the appointment of Mrs. Uredo Omale as the institution’s new Public Relations Officer (PRO).

The appointment takes immediate effect, according to a letter signed by the University Registrar, Barr. Yahaya Segun Alilu.

Until her appointment, Mrs. Omale served as Director of Public Relations and Protocol at Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, where she held the position for six years, from 2020 to 2026.

A seasoned communications professional, Omale has built a reputation for excellence in institutional public relations.

During her tenure at the polytechnic, she played a key role in strengthening the institution’s public image, coordinating media engagements and fostering productive relationships between the school and its stakeholders.

Her commitment, professionalism and effective management of institutional communication earned her a Distinguished Service Award in recognition of her contributions before transferring her service to Prince Abubakar Audu University.

In her new role as PRO, she is expected to promote the university’s image and reputation through strategic media and public engagement, manage internal and external communications, strengthen relationships with media professionals and coordinate external relations and protocol services in the Office of the Vice-Chancellor.

In a related development, the Vice-Chancellor also approved the appointment of Babaniyi Power Ayo-Olowasimi as Technical Assistant.

Prior to his appointment, Ayo-Olowasimi, a technology innovator and digital systems specialist, served in several capacities within the university, including Head of the MIS Unit, Administrative and Training Officer, Technical Secretary of the Strategic Planning Committee, member of the Blackboard Integration Team and most recently, Head of the Data Management Unit.

With his new responsibility, he is expected to support the Vice-Chancellor in advancing strategic ICT initiatives, strengthening the university’s digital infrastructure and promoting innovative technology solutions across the institution.