Al-Ansar University Appoints Prof. Fanna Inna Abdulrahman as Acting Vice-Chancellor

Al-Ansar University, Maiduguri has appointed Professor Fanna Inna Abdulrahman as its Acting Vice-Chancellor, effective Monday, September 8, 2025. The appointment was approved by the Board of Trustees following recommendations from the Governing Council.

About Prof. Fanna Inna Abdulrahman

Professor Abdulrahman brings extensive academic and administrative experience to the role:

Academic Credentials

• B.Sc. in Chemistry (1987)
• M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry (1992)
• Master of Public Administration (1997)
• Ph.D. in Organic/Medicinal Chemistry (2004)
• Fellow of the Chemical Society of Nigeria
• Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria

Career Highlights

• Started as Graduate Assistant at University of Maiduguri in 1988
• Promoted to Professor of Medicinal Chemistry in 2011
• Supervised over 150 undergraduate projects
• Supervised 35 Master's theses and 15 PhD dissertations
• Published over 150 scholarly articles in local and international journals

Administrative Experience

• Former Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Central Administration) at Kashim Ibrahim University, Maiduguri
• Former Head of Chemistry Department at Al-Ansar University
• Former Dean of Faculty of Science
• Former Coordinator of Examinations and Time Table

Background

Professor Abdulrahman, born March 5, 1963, in Maiduguri, has dedicated over three decades to academia. His appointment reflects the university's commitment to experienced leadership in advancing its academic mission.

The appointment was made in accordance with the First Schedule Section 4(2) and 3(1) of the University Law.