ANUPA NATIONAL EXECUTIVES

National President

National President

The Benue State born Dr Victor M Bem emerged President of the noble association during its National Conference and Annual General Meeting held at Public Service Institute in Abuja on Friday the 26th of November, 2021. He was re-elected President for the second term on November 22nd, 2025 for another two years.

National Vice President 1

National Vice President 1

Mrs. Francisca I. Ayodele, the current Vice President 1, of ANUPA National, is a seasoned University Administrator with close to 30 years experience in university administration, having served in almost all the Divisions and Units of the University of Ibadan Registry. She is currently the Deputy Registrar (Council Affairs), where she plays a pivotal role in coordinating the University’s Governing Council activities. Francisca is an effective Team Player, a Role Model, Coach and Mentor to her subordinates, an intentional and inclusive leader, as well as an advocate of continuous professional learning and development. She is widely travelled, and has attended and presented papers at many training workshops and conferences, both locally and internationally. She’s happily married with children and grandchildren.

National Vice President 2

National Vice President 2

Hajia Jallaba  M. Sheikh. National Vice President 2. She is currently the Registrar of Borno State University  Maiduguri  Phone number 08033492449 email address jallaba153@yahoo.com  or jallaba153@gmail.com ANUPA membership number 3064

National Treasurer

National Treasurer

Mrs. Seiyefa Taylor-Harry is a Deputy Registrar in the Niger Delta University. She is currently the HOD Housing, Passages and Guest Houses. She holds a Ph.D in Industrial Sociology. She is open constructive criticism. Her philosophy is LIVE AND LET LIVE IN LOVE. ANUPA REG NUMBER 1415 EMAIL ADDRESS seiyefa72@gmail.com PHONE NO. 08033415319

National Secretary

National Secreatry

Dr. Roseline Iruoma Ojinta is a seasoned university administrator. She currently serves as the National Secretary of Association of Nigerian University Professional Administrators (ANUPA) and the College Secretary, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Ituku/Ozalla. She holds a Ph.D. in Management (Leadership & Organizational Change) from Walden University, USA, and multiple degrees in Economics and HRM. With vast experience across key administrative roles, she has led initiatives in student services, examinations, and institutional operations. Dr. Ojinta is actively involved in professional networks, serving as Secretary of International Association for Strategy Professionals (Nigeria Chapter) and Secretary, Good to Great Managers Circle. Passionate about excellence, she is also a dedicated wife and mother of four.

National PRO

National PRO

Onyinye Ralph-Nwachukwu, fnipr is a Deputy Registrar in the Directorate of Senate Affairs, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike and the National Public Relations Officer of the Association of Nigerian University Professional Administrators(ANUPA). She's a quintessential Public Relations professional who has risen to become a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations. Onyinye is a great volunteer who has carved a niche for herself as a Rotarian and a Special Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps. Suffice to mention is that Onyinye is an ace Broadcaster, Leadership Coach and Youth Advocate. She finds fulfilment in adding value to others and creating lasting positive change wherever she finds herself.

National Financial Secretary

National Financial Secretary

BRIEF ON UMAR SHEHU JABO (NATIONAL FINANCIAL SECRETARY) I am Umar Shehu Jabo, I joined the services of the Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto as Administrative Assistant in January, 2008. I rose through the ranks to Deputy Registrar in January 2024. I am currently a Director of Human Resources of the University. I am a bona fide member of ANUPA with MN 1459. I was the Financial Secretary of my Branch and currently the National Financial Secretary of the Association since December 2021. email address: shehu.umaru@udusok.edu.ng or babanfadila59@gmail.com Phone numbers: 07063694737 or 08092559886

National Legal Adviser

National Legal Adviser

BARR ISAAC ADINYA ATABEN  NATIONAL LEGAL ADVISER. A DEPUTY REGISTRAR IN THE BURSARY DEPARTMENT OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CROSS RIVER STATE.  He is in charge of all administrative duties and he also give approvals to all loans, overdraft, and all banking transactions by staff of the University as well as gives approval for all items to be collected from the University Central stores. ANUPA MEMBERSHIP NO: 2084 PHONE NUMBER: 07067052627,08177364134 EMAIL: isaac.ataben20@gmail.com

National Editor in Chief

National Editor in Chief

Ayuba Adinoyi Yahaya is a deputy registrar and head of the Examinations and Records Division, Federal University Lokoja, Kogi State. He was the immediate branch chairman and ex-officio of ANUPA of the branch. He is the first member of the branch to serve as a national executive officer. He is married and blessed with amazing children. He is a professional member with registration number: 3636 08036442471 09151560366 ayuba.yahaya@fulokoja.edu.ng aayelpaku@gmail.com

National Assistant Secretary

National Assistant Secretary

Stephen Dantani Ibrahim is a distinguished administrator and Assistant National Secretary of ANUPA (Membership No: 2299). He serves as Principal Assistant Registrar at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, where he is Administrative Secretary, Directorate of Research and Development. A fellow of the Institute of Professional Managers and Administrators of Nigeria, Ibrahim brings expertise and leadership to his roles. He can be reached at ibrahimstephendantani@gmail.com or 07032905185.

National Training Officer

National Training Officer

Kemisola Obabire is a dynamic Nigerian professional with expertise in administration and data analysis. Holding a Biochemistry degree from Bells University of Technology, she works as a Principal Assistant Registrar at Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), where she serves as ANUPA branch Secretary. She was recently elected ANUPA National Training Officer. Kemisola also supports community development and she served as an Assistant Coordinator of Executives Helping Initiative (EHI), an NGO aiding orphans. Additionally, she's a successful entrepreneur in jewelry, shoes, and perfumes, driven by a commitment to personal and professional growth. Membership No- 5914 Phone No -07031091984. Emails- kemisolaobabire@gmail.com, kemisola.obabire@fuoye.edu.ng

The Association of Nigerian University Professional Administrators henceforth referred to as ‘’ANUPA’’ is the mouth piece of Professional Administrators in Nigerian University. It is a forum for mutual education and cross fertilization of ideas on universities.  ANUPA, a brainchild of ARNU is charged with the training of young Administrators in Nigerian Universities. Thus as a body, ANUPA firmly believes that the strength of every organization, and indeed, every University is in her people, teaching and non- teaching. Consequently, the thrust of its activities remains ensuring that a variety of trainings is made available in order for staff to be productive in their different roles within the Universities and develop as individuals. Staff development and training should therefore, form a fundamental part of our Universities . ANUPA aims to promote and advance professional administrative knowledge and best practices in Nigerian Universities.

FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK -ANUPA’S EXPECTED GREAT LEAP

The Association of Nigeria University Professional Administrators  (ANUPA) no doubt is the brainchild of Association of Registrars of Nigerian Universities (ARNU). Obviously, it has the responsibility of equipping Professional Administrators in Nigeria Universities with requisite skills to facilitate the provision of adequate & sufficient administrative support for academic excellence.

The present Executive Committee under my watch shall therefore strive to enhance best Global administrative practices in our Universities and similar other institutions.

Our strategy from takeoff thus is poised to ensure;

• high level & sustained collaboration with ARNU & Sister professional Bodies;
• a strong united team with all accruing advantages to place ANUPA appropriately for the great task ahead;
• maximally utilize the foundation & structures put in place by our predecessor for the expected great leap.

Our indefatigable team therefore looks forward to receiving necessary suggestions and support from all stakeholders towards ensuring better University Administration and by extension the required general societal progress.

Thank you

Dr. Victor M. Bem

President ANUPA    

The Benue State born Dr Victor M Bem emerged President of the noble association during its National Conference and Annual General Meeting held at Public Service Institute in Abuja on Friday the 26th of November, 2021. He was re-elected President for the second term on November 22nd, 2024 for another two years.

The Chairman of the 2024 ANUPA National Electoral Committee Abubakar Bashir from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria ,while presenting the president and members of the EXCO with certificates expressed joy over the success of the election and appreciated members of ANUPA for the opportunity given him to chair the election committee, stressing that he will always be available to serve the association whenever called upon to do so. 

The president in his own response appreciated the members for the sustained trust in him and the opportunity to steer the affairs of the association for another two (2) years. He again pledged that him and the the newly elected EXCO shall do their best to move to move the association to greater heights.

Dr Victor Bem pledged to continue to enhance the visibility of the association as well as ensure progress of the Secretariat development project. He also stated that he will do everything humanly possible to ensure that the association is chartered. 

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Thank you.
Onyinye Ralph-Nwachukwu, fnipr
National Public Relations Officer (NPRO)

Payments:

ANUPA National Account

Zenith Bank : 1011329850

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Other newly elected executive members include; Mrs. Stella Oluwayemisi Soola, 1^st  Vice- President  , Mrs Jallaba Sheikh, 2^nd Vice- President, Mrs. Blessing Chijindu Ezeafulukwe (Ezeobi), National General Secretary, Mr. Stephen Dantani Ibrahim, Assistant National General Secretary, Mrs. Teena Ugbomeh Nwabuife, National Treasurer, Mr. Umar Shehu Jabo, National Financial Secretary, Mr. ADENIJI, Joseph Akin, National Training Officer, Onyinye Ralph-Nwachukwu, fnipr .National Public Relations Officer, Mr. Ibrahim B. Abdullahi, Editor-in-Chief, Barr. Isaac Adinya Ataben, Legal Officer, Barr. Titus I. Igwe, Immediate Past President Ex-Officio, Barr. Okey Ikegbunam,  Past President Ex-Officio .

Some members who earlier showed interest in key positions stepped down for others in the spirit of unity and to apply the zoning policy which gives both north and south equal opportunity.

ANUPA is an Association of Nigerian University Professional Administrators With Aims and Objectives to promote and advance professional administrative knowledge and best practice through workshop and seminars;

The association promotes individual and corporate welfare of the members; arrange conferences for the exchange of ideas in the development of the administrative and management of higher education;

It provides forum for the discussion of current problems in the universities education

ANUPA facilitates the exchange of information on professional, managerial and administrative activities as well as techniques and skills among members and maintain links with the university administrators and managers of other bodies involved in higher education locally and internationally.

ARTICLES

INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)AND THE FUTURE OF NIGERIA’S HIGHER EDUCATION: UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATORS LEADING THE CHANGE.

CRITICAL NEGOTIATION SKILLS FOR UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATORS

CRITICAL CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND NEGOTIATION SKILLS FOR UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATORS

DEVELOPING METRICS FOR PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT OF PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATORS OF NIGERIAN UNIVERSITY

TRAINING DESCRIPTION

In fulfilling the mandate of spear-heading training for university administrators, ANUPA is very conscious of the fact that academic excellence must be supported by professional support staff.

Therefore, there is a compelling imperative for continuous training and re-retraining of her members who must hone existing skills and urgently develop contemporary ones; particularly IT skills to be able manage operational aspects of a university increasingly being driven by IT. Sadly, across Nigerian Universities, the reality is that a significant percentage our low and middle level Administrators rate very poorly in the competencies and skills for their roles.  A university administrator who can deploy sound IT skills in the various processes of university administration is an asset and would contribute productively to the achievement of university goals of:

• Create, advance and disseminate knowledge
• Develop outstanding high quality graduates and scholars.
• Make resounding impact upon local, national and the global society

Certificate of Attendance

Punctuality, regularity and active participation are critical to the issuance of certificates. Therefore, only participants who score a minimum of 70% in the assessment exercise will be issued certificates.

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