FUHSO Crisis: President Tinubu Removes Pro-Chancellor Salami
President Bola Tinubu has approved the removal of Ohieku Muhammed Salami as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO) Governing Council.
Reasons for Removal
Salami’s removal follows his alleged disregard for Ministry of Education directives and contributing to the university’s lingering crises. Specifically:
- Illegal suspension of Vice Chancellor Prof. Innocent Ujah without following procedures.
- Refusal to comply with the Ministry’s order to revoke the suspension.
- Abusive and threatening behavior towards Ministry officials.
Government Response
The Federal Government emphasized university councils’ primary responsibility to ensure smooth operations. President Tinubu warned councils against creating distractions, focusing on improving education standards.
Background
The FUHSO governing council suspended Prof. Ujah and appointed Prof. Ediga Agbo as acting Vice Chancellor, contrary to Ministry directives. The Ministry objected, ordering Prof. Ujah’s reinstatement.
