A storm is brewing at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) as professors without PhDs protest the selection criteria for the next Vice Chancellor.
The professors, mostly from the medical sciences, are calling for the immediate withdrawal and review of a recent advertisement for the appointment of a new Vice Chancellor.
At the heart of the controversy is the advertisement’s requirement for applicants to hold a PhD in a relevant field, which the professors argue excludes medical professionals who hold fellowships instead.
They claim this stipulation is discriminatory and prevents qualified medical professionals from vying for the top position.
The professors are also contesting a new requirement that candidates must have attracted a grant of at least ₦400 million to qualify for the role.
They argue that this condition is unreasonable and prioritizes financial capacity over academic merit.
Dr. Victor I. Modekwe, Chairman of the Medical and Dental Consultant Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) at UNIZIK, expressed concerns about the advertisement’s emphasis on financial capacity over academic excellence.
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