ASUU has elected Dr. Christopher Piuwna as its new national president, succeeding Professor Emmanuel Osodeke after a tightly contested vote during its 23rd National Delegates Congress.
- Dr. Piuwna secured 219 votes, defeating Adamu Babayo of ATBU, who got 118 votes.
- Dr. A. A. Sado was elected Vice President, defeating outgoing treasurer Professor Sowande.
- The leadership election took place at the University of Benin with 419 delegates participating.
For many ASUU members, this leadership transition carries both hope and apprehension. While Osodeke’s tenure was marked by prolonged strikes and funding crises, members now look to Piuwna and his team to forge a new path without compromising the union’s core values.
Can Piuwna’s leadership rebuild trust and reposition ASUU amid ongoing university challenges? The nation’s academic future may hinge on the answer.
