Administration
Executive Leadership
Strategic Leadership Driving Excellence & Innovation
Our Executive Officers provide the strategic direction, institutional oversight, and operational leadership that steward Al-Muhibbah Open University. Combining visionary governance with a commitment to academic rigor, they ensure AOU delivers accessible, technology-enabled higher education across Sub-Saharan Africa and beyond.
Her Excellency Hajiya (Dr) Aisha Bala Mohammed, fNCS
Sarauniyar Bauchi, Chancellor, Al-Muhibbah Open University. First Lady, Bauchi State
Assoc. Prof. Ibrahim Hassan
Vice- Chancellor
Barr. Muslim Maigari
Registrar
Dr. Ladi Ibrahim Thomas
Director of Business Development
Aliyu Ibrahim Usman MNLA, CLN
University LibrarianUniversity Governance & Academic Leadership
The University's governance structure provides independent oversight, strategic guidance, and policy direction through the Governing Council, Board of Trustees, and Senate. Together, these bodies uphold the highest standards of accountability, academic quality, and responsible governance to ensure the University's continued growth and success.
Dr Edeghagba Eghosa Elijah
Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies Aliyu Ibrahim Usman MNLA, CLN
University Librarian Dr. Ladi Ibrahim Thomas
Director of Business Development Dr Edeghagba Eghosa Elijah
Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies Aliyu Ibrahim Usman MNLA, CLN
University Librarian Dr. Ladi Ibrahim Thomas
Director of Business Development Dr Edeghagba Eghosa Elijah
Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies Aliyu Ibrahim Usman MNLA, CLN
University Librarian Dr. Ladi Ibrahim Thomas
Director of Business DevelopmentAcademic Leadership
Advancing Teaching, Learning, and Research Excellence
Our Academic Leadership team comprises the Deans, Heads of Faculties, and Heads of Departments who lead the University's academic programmes. They are committed to maintaining the highest standards of teaching, curriculum development, innovation, and student success while fostering an engaging, technology-enabled learning environment.
Dr Edeghagba Eghosa Elijah
Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies Aliyu Ibrahim Usman MNLA, CLN
University Librarian Dr. Ladi Ibrahim Thomas
Director of Business Development Dr Edeghagba Eghosa Elijah
Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies Aliyu Ibrahim Usman MNLA, CLN
University Librarian Dr. Ladi Ibrahim Thomas
Director of Business Development Dr Edeghagba Eghosa Elijah
Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies Aliyu Ibrahim Usman MNLA, CLN
University Librarian Dr. Ladi Ibrahim Thomas
Director of Business Development Dr Edeghagba Eghosa Elijah
Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies Aliyu Ibrahim Usman MNLA, CLN
University Librarian Dr. Ladi Ibrahim Thomas
Director of Business Development Dr Edeghagba Eghosa Elijah
Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies Aliyu Ibrahim Usman MNLA, CLN
University Librarian Dr. Ladi Ibrahim Thomas
Director of Business Development
Leading with Purpose
Leadership at AOU is anchored in four core commitments that define our daily operations and long-term vision:
- Academic Excellence:
Upholding NUC-accredited standards and global scholarship. - Digital Innovation:
Deploying modern tech stacks to deliver seamless, flexible learning.
- Ethical Stewardship:
Guiding institutional policies with transparency, fairness, and integrity. - Student-Centered Impact:
Measuring our success by the professional growth and societal contribution of our graduates.
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University Administration Directory
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| Office/ Contact Person | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| Vice Chancellor's Office | +234 (000) 000 0000 | vc@aou.edu.ng |
| Registrar's Office | +234 (000) 000 0000 | registrar@aou.edu.ng |
| Admissions Office | +234 (000) 000 0000 | admissions@aou.edu.ng |
| Student Affairs | +234 (000) 000 0000 | studentaffairs@aou.edu.ng |
| ICT Support | +234 (000) 000 0000 | ICT@aou.edu.ng |
| Bursary | +234 (000) 000 0000 | bursar@aou.edu.ng |
| Library Services | +234 (000) 000 0000 | library@aou.edu.ng |
| General Enquiries | +234 (000) 000 0000 | info@aou.edu.ng |