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The Agatu Community within the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO), recently paid a high-profile congratulatory visit to the institution’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Francis Aba Uba, to celebrate what they described as remarkable progress and transformative leadership under his administration.
The visit, which took place on January 19, 2026, at the Vice-Chancellor’s office in the university’s Temporary Campus, was led by members of the Agatu staff association in FUHUSO. Speaking on behalf of the group, the President of the association, Assoc. Prof. Inalegwu Bawa, explained that the gesture—though long overdue—was motivated by the numerous developmental strides and institutional reforms witnessed since Prof. Uba assumed office.
Assoc. Prof. Bawa highlighted the visible achievements across key areas of university management, describing them as evidence of effective leadership and strategic direction. He formally commended the Vice-Chancellor for the pace of growth and transformation, urging him to sustain and build upon the current momentum to position FUHUSO as Nigeria’s leading university in health sciences education and research.
In his response, Prof. Uba expressed deep appreciation to the Agatu Community for the honour and recognition. He assured the delegation that his administration remains fully open to collaboration with individuals, groups, and stakeholders committed to advancing the university’s mission and development.
The Vice-Chancellor also used the occasion to issue a direct appeal to the association. He encouraged them to reach out to medical professionals of Idoma extraction living in the diaspora, urging these experts to return home and contribute their expertise to the growth of Nigeria’s premier University of Health Sciences.
The highlight of the visit was the presentation of an Award of Excellence in Leadership, Inclusivity, and Institutional Governance to Prof. Uba, in formal recognition of his contributions to the university’s rapid development and inclusive governance style.
Among the Agatu Community members present were Assoc. Prof. Jeremiah Oloche, Director of Academic Planning; Dr. Samuel Echioada, Head of Department, Chemistry; Mr. Daniel Ikubululu, Head of Examinations and Records; Mr. Elijah Jeremiah; and Mr. Ali Oche Samson.
The visit and award presentation underscore the growing confidence in Prof. Uba’s leadership and reflect the strong sense of community ownership and pride among FUHUSO staff, particularly those from the Agatu extraction, as the young university continues its journey toward academic and infrastructural excellence.
