The Association of Nigerian University Professional Administrators (ANUPA) has honoured the vice-chancellor of Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JOSTUM), Engr. Prof Isaac Nathaniel Itodo, with an award for excellence in university administration.
The association also recognised Mr Joseph Ife Oluwole, Registrar of Ekiti State University, for his pivotal role in educational development.
The prestigious awards were presented during the 2024 Annual General Meeting and Conference of ANUPA.
In response to receiving their awards, both Prof. Itodo and Mr. Oluwole expressed deep gratitude.
Itodo stated the dedication and commitment of university professional administrators at his institution, noting that he had approved the promotion of deputy registrars to the rank of director in recognition of their hard work.
He reaffirmed his commitment to ANUPA’s goals, especially in training and retraining university staff, and pledged continued support for ANUPA’s national leadership under Dr Bem. Both honorees also expressed their ongoing support for ANUPA’s objectives.
The event also featured various lectures on topics such as leveraging AI in university administration, record management, university governance, and enhancing cybersecurity, all designed to equip members with vital skills for the evolving landscape of higher education.
In his keynote address, Mr Joseph Ife Oluwole, chairman of the Association of Registrars of Nigerian Universities (ARNU), described ANUPA as the brainchild of ARNU and pledged ARNU’s unwavering support for ANUPA’s activities, aimed at the continued development of university professional administrators.
