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 academic contributions and commitment to scholarship.
The decision was reached during the Council’s 30th regular meeting held in Abuja on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
According to a statement issued by the university’s management, four staff members were elevated to the rank of Professor, while seven others advanced from Senior Lecturer to Reader (equivalent to Associate Professor).
Those promoted to full professorship include Dr. Lawal Sa’adu, who currently serves as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration); Dr. Aliyu Usman Moyi, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic); Dr. Nasir Garba Anka; and Dr. Rabiatu Musa Mafara.
The newly appointed Readers are 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.
Chairman of the Governing Council and Pro-Chancellor of the university, Rt. Hon. Engr. Aminu Sani Isa, congratulated the promoted staff and urged them to see their elevation as both recognition of past efforts and a challenge to contribute further to the development of the university and the wider academic community.
“The university is proud of your achievements, and we hope this promotion serves as motivation for continued excellence in research, teaching, and service,” he said.
The statement further highlighted that the promotions reflect the institution’s ongoing commitment to nurturing academic talent and fostering a culture of merit-based advancement.
