McPherson University Appoints Prof. Unu Lucy Airauhi as Pioneer Provost of Allied Health Sciences

McPherson University has announced the appointment of Professor Unu Lucy Airauhi as the pioneering Provost of its College of Allied Health Sciences, effective August 1, 2025.

About the Appointment

Prof. Airauhi's appointment marks a significant milestone for McPherson University as she becomes the first Provost of the College of Allied Health Sciences for the 2025/2026 academic session. She previously served as Dean of the same college since October 2024.

Prof. Airauhi's Distinguished Background

With over 30 years of academic excellence, Prof. Airauhi brings exceptional qualifications to this role:

• Associate Diploma in Histopathology (1979) - University of Benin
• Master's Degree in Parasitology (1990) - University of Benin
• Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology (1994) - University of Benin

Areas of Expertise

Prof. Airauhi specializes in:

• Parasitology
• Medical Microbiology
• Healthcare Education and Administration

Academic Experience

Throughout her distinguished career, Prof. Airauhi has held positions at:

• University of Benin
• McPherson University (Dean, College of Allied Health Sciences since October 2024)
• Various other prestigious institutions

What This Means for McPherson University

The establishment of a College of Allied Health Sciences with a dedicated Provost demonstrates McPherson University's commitment to:

• Expanding healthcare education in Nigeria
• Providing quality training for allied health professionals
• Contributing to the nation's healthcare workforce development
• Academic excellence under experienced leadership

About McPherson University

Located in Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State, McPherson University continues to grow its academic programs and strengthen its position as a leading private university in Nigeria.

Congratulations to Prof. Unu Lucy Airauhi on this well-deserved appointment!