By Esindu Jacobs
There is tension at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra state, following the race for who succeeds the current Vice Chancellor of the institution, Prof Charles Esimone.
Already, three notable Professors have indicated interest to succeed him
They are Prof Ike Odimegwu of the Philosophy Department, Prof Alex, Asigbo of Theatre Arts and Prof Joseph Ikechebelu.
Esimone’s tenure as the VC of the institution ends June, 2024, a year from now.
THE RAZOR gathered that the current Vice Chancellor, is allegedly, throwing his weight behind Ikechebelu.
But the majority of the people are clamouring for Prof Odimegwu, including members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities ASUU.
Odimegwu, was one time Chairperson of ASUU-NAU and loved by virtually everyone, including students of Unizik.
However, Esimone, THE RAZOR gathered, has soft spot Ikechebelu, who owns one of the biggest hospitals in Awka.
But, the major problem being faced by the hospital owner, is that he does not possess a PhD, which according to some of the Professors in the School, may work against him.
It was further learnt, that Ikechebelu has already registered and started lectures for the PhD programme.
A council member of the institution, who did not want to be mentioned, told THE RAZOR that the school would be careful this time in making a good choice concerning the position.
The source said there was no tension anywhere, adding that the institution would not allow some people to carry out any evil plans in the place.
