James Hope University, Lagos, has formally unveiled Prof. Austin Nosike, a seasoned economist and management scholar, as its new Vice Chancellor. The ceremony took place at
the institution’s campus in Lekki on Friday.
According to a statement signed by the Registrar and Secretary to Council, Dr. Achugamonu
Bede Uzoma, Nosike’s appointment followed the recommendation of the Governing Council,
Senate, and Search Committee on August 8, 2025.
“Professor Nosike is a distinguished academic, administrator, and visionary leader whose
wealth of experience in higher education and commitment to excellence align with the mission
and values of our University,” the Registrar noted.
Prof. Nosike brings over three decades of academic and professional experience spanning
Africa, Europe, America, and Asia. He has held senior leadership positions including Deputy
Vice Chancellor, Dean, Director, and Head of Department in various universities.
Prior to this appointment, he served in top capacities at the International University of Equator (Burundi), University of Kigali (Rwanda), Metropolitan International University, Copperstone University (Zambia), and Ugandan Pentecostal University.
He has also been a Visiting Professor of Finance and Management at Kigali Independent University (ULK) and a Visiting Scholar of Globalization and Development at the University of the Basque Country, Spain.
Nosike has built a strong reputation as a consultant to governments, NGOs, and international agencies, while organizing more than 100 international conferences and workshops.
In his new role, Nosike is expected to provide overall academic and administrative leadership,
strengthen the university’s culture of innovation, and work with stakeholders to advance James
Hope University as a world-class institution.
The Governing Council of the institution also commended Prof. Abiola Babajide, the current
Dean who served as Acting Vice Chancellor, for her dedication during the transition period. Staff
and faculty have been urged to extend full cooperation and support to Nosike as he assumes his responsibilities.
James Hope University was founded by philanthropist.and the founder of Zenith Bank Jim Ovia. The institution was licensed in 2021 along with 18 other private universities by the federal government.
