Buhari appoints Ooni of Ife UNN chancellor

President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Enitan Ogunwusi (Ojaja II), the Ooni of Ife, as the chancellor of the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN).

In a statement on Thursday, Moses Olafare, the special adviser to the Ooni on media and public affairs, said the appointment would promote unity among Nigerians.

“Ile Oodua wishes to commend President Muhammadu Buhari for recognising Ooni’s efforts to promote unity among Nigerians,” he said.

“The palace admonished Nigerians to promote only issues that can foster unity to ensure speedy development rather than playing up their differences.

“It is incontrovertible today that Ooni Ogunwusi is a bridge builder and being the youngest chancellor appointed for the only university bearing ‘Nigeria’ is worth the celebration.”

Olafare added that the appointment was based on the Ooni’s experience in the management of people and resources in the last three months.

“His appointment as chancellor, University of Nigeria, Nsuka is considered as a positive sign that can further enhance peaceful coexistence of our dear nation.

“As it was clearly stated in the letter of appointment written and signed by Honourable Minister of Education, Alhaji Adamu Adamu on behalf of Mr President that Kabiyesi’s appointment is based on his wealth of experience and his capacity to manage men and resources, which he has demonstrated in the administration of his Kingdom in the last three months.”

The Ooni, who was had his coronation in December 2015, paid a courtesy visit to the president on Monday.