Anambra State Approves Federal Agreement for University Staff at COOU

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State approved the full implementation of the 2025 agreement between the federal government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities for Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University. The agreement, which is effective starting January 2027, was conveyed to the university's Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kate Omenugha, through the Chairman of the Governing Council, Prof. Peter Onwualu. The university management expressed gratitude for the approval, noting that full implementation had been difficult under previous administrations.

The approval is part of the administration's social agenda to strengthen institutions and promote a prosperous state. The agreement addresses a long-standing issue at the state-owned university, supporting efforts to transform Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University into a university of global stature.

The federal government and Anambra State have announced a partnership aimed at advancing poverty reduction and food security.