University of Nigeria Alumni Association - UNAA

🎉 HEARTY CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR IMMEDIATE PAST NATIONAL/GLOBAL PRESIDENT 🎉

The University of Nigeria Alumni Association (UNAA) heartily congratulates our distinguished Immediate Past National/Global President, Lady Doris O. Okoroh, PhD, ALOHA, JP, FSTAN, on her inauguration as the 7th Substantive Provost of the Federal College of Education (Technical), Omoku, Rivers State.

This remarkable achievement is a fitting recognition of a woman whose life and career exemplify service, excellence, visionary leadership and commitment to humanity.

As the immediate past National/Global President of our great Association, Lady Doris O. Okoroh distinguished herself through her dedication to the growth, unity and advancement of the University of Nigeria Alumni Association. Her elevation to this prestigious position is therefore a moment of great pride not only for her family and the institution she now leads, but for the entire UNAA family worldwide.

We are confident that she will bring the same competence, integrity, courage and transformative leadership to FCE(T) Omoku, taking the institution to greater heights and leaving an enduring legacy.
UNAA celebrates you, Mummy Doris! 💚💚💚

May your tenure as Provost be marked by innovation, institutional growth, academic excellence and lasting impact.

Congratulations once again, our distinguished Immediate Past National/Global President.

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On behalf of the 14th Global/National President of University of Nigeria Alumni Association (UNAA) Dr Kani Sunusi Muhammad we say a big congratulations to the Immediate past Global/National President (IPP) of (UNAA), Lady Doris Okoroh, FSTAN, PhD ALOHA on your historic appointment as the Provost, of the Federal College of Education (Technical) FCE (T), Omoku.

We pray for God to grant you the wisdom and understanding to steer FCE (T), Omoku to greater heights.

Accept our highest reassurances.

Obiajulu, Ikechukwu Samuel
National Publicity Secretary
UNAA

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JUST IN: UNN Goes Global! Signs Major International Partnership with South African University

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has taken another giant step onto the global stage after sealing a landmark partnership with one of South Africa's top universities, Nelson Mandela University.

The historic agreement was officially signed on June 6, 2026, in Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth), South Africa, by UNN Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Simon Uchenna Ortuanya, and Nelson Mandela University Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sibongile Muthwa.

This strategic partnership is expected to open new opportunities for students, lecturers, and researchers from both institutions, strengthening UNN's growing international reputation.

What Does the Partnership Mean?

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will focus on:

✅ Joint research projects and funding opportunities

✅ Student and staff exchange programmes

✅ Collaborative academic publications

✅ International conferences, workshops, and seminars

✅ Research partnerships in philosophy and other academic fields

✅ Greater scholarly engagement between both universities

The agreement is expected to provide UNN students and lecturers with increased access to international academic networks and research opportunities.

More Opportunities on the Horizon

Beyond the signing ceremony, UNN officials held discussions with several renowned institutes and centres within Nelson Mandela University.

Some of the key centres discussed include:

- Transdisciplinary Institute for Mandela Studies
- Centre for Philosophy in Africa
- Science Centre
- Centre for High Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy
- Centre for Community Technologies
- Chair for Critical Studies in Higher Education Transformation (CriSHET)

These discussions could lead to additional collaborations that may benefit research, innovation, and capacity building at UNN.

UNN Also Engages Australia-Africa Universities Network

In another major development, Prof. Ortuanya and his delegation participated in a high-level meeting of the Australia-Africa Universities Network (AAUN) on June 7, 2026.

The AAUN connects universities across Australia and Africa to promote research, innovation, knowledge sharing, and developmental partnerships.

UNN's participation in the network places the university in a stronger position to establish global collaborations that can attract international research opportunities, academic exchanges, and innovation-driven projects.

Why This Matters

As universities around the world increasingly rely on international partnerships to boost research and academic excellence, this latest achievement signals UNN's determination to compete on the global stage.

The partnership is expected to create new learning opportunities for students, enhance research output, and further strengthen UNN's vision of becoming a world-class institution with international relevance.

From Nsukka to the world — UNN is expanding its global footprint and creating new opportunities for the next generation of scholars.

🚨🕊️ Former UNN Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Oleka Kelechi Udeala, Dies at 85

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka community has been thrown into mourning following the passing of former Vice-Chancellor, Oleka Kelechi Udeala, who reportedly died peacefully in his sleep at the age of 85.

Prof. Udeala, a distinguished academic and administrator, served the University with dedication and left an enduring legacy through his contributions to higher education and institutional development.

His passing marks the loss of one of the University’s revered elder statesmen whose life was characterized by scholarship, service, and commitment to excellence.

🕊️ May his years of service and impact continue to inspire generations of scholars and leaders.

The thoughts and prayers of the University community are with his family, friends, colleagues, and all those touched by his remarkable life.

👉 Join the UNN community in paying tribute to a respected academic icon.
👉 Share your condolences and prayers for his family during this difficult time.
👉 May his life remind us that true greatness lies in service and lasting impact.

🕊️ Rest in peace, Prof. Oleka Kelechi Udeala. Your legacy lives on.