The Governing Council of the Federal University Gusau (FUGUS) has approved the promotion of eleven senior academic staff members to higher academic ranks in recognition of their dedication and scholarly contributions.
The decision was taken at the Council’s 30th Regular Meeting, held on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in Abuja.
According to a statement signed by the University Management, four academics were promoted to the rank of Professor, while seven others were elevated from Senior Lecturer to the rank of Reader (Associate Professor).
The newly promoted Professors are: Dr. Lawal Sa’adu, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration); Dr. Aliyu Usman Moyi, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic); Dr. Nasir Garba Anka; and Dr. Rabiatu Musa Mafara.
Those promoted to the rank of Reader include: Dr. Taofiki Aminu, Dr. Abbas Sani Dahiru, Dr. Abdullahi Mustapha Muhammad, Dr. Adamu Muhammad, Dr. Precious C. Ezeh, Dr. Ahmad Kainuwa, and Dr. Omokhuale Emmanuel.
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Engr. Aminu Sani Isa, while congratulating the newly promoted staff, urged them to view the elevation not just as a reward, but as a call to greater service to the university, the community, and humanity at large.
The promotion, the statement noted, underscores the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and the professional growth of its workforce.
By Abdulfatai Abdulsalami
