Prof. Shehu Usman Adamu • Academic & Public Service PortfolioPublic Health • Administration • Research • Public Service
University Administration

Institutional Leadership at NOUN

Administrative responsibilities and committee service spanning faculty governance, research ethics, postgraduate affairs, university committees and the current DVC (Administration) portfolio.

Current Role

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), NOUN — appointed following election by University Senate at its 112th Regular Meeting in August 2025 and ratification by the Governing Council.

Former Dean

Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences, NOUN — His academic record documents October 2020 to date, while the current Faculty profile describes the Dean tenure as 2021–2024.

Governance

Member, University Management Committee, Senate and Governing Council; His service record also includes extensive committee responsibilities.

Additional Public Leadership

In 2025, NOUN reported his appointment as Pioneer Chairman of the Board of Incorporated Trustees of the Network for the Promotion of Security and Safety of Cadastral Zone C00, Abuja.

Administrative Portfolio

Strategic Areas

Administrative Efficiency

Coordination, process improvement, accountability and effective implementation of University policies and decisions.

Digital Transformation

Support for responsible AI adoption, integrated information systems and digital approaches to teaching, research and administration.

Study Centres

Support for assessment, development and effective administration of NOUN’s nationwide study-centre network.

Staff & Student Welfare

Institutional support, professional development, student services and welfare initiatives.

Health & Emergency Preparedness

Initiatives supporting emergency health response and first-aid capacity across the University.

Partnerships

Institutional collaboration with government agencies, professional bodies, educational institutions, communities and private-sector organisations.

Current Institutional Initiatives

NOUN’s current office profile highlights support for TISHIP, digital transformation, responsible AI adoption, study-centre strengthening and integrated information systems.