Soludo Appoints Prof. Ndirika as Provost of NOCEN

The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has appointed Professor Victor Ifeanyi Obiora Ndirika as the new Provost of Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe.

Professor Ndirika, a distinguished Agricultural Engineer and seasoned academic, previously served in the Department of Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.

An accomplished lecturer, administrator and researcher, he has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in reputable journals, bringing extensive academic and leadership experience to his new role.

His appointment is expected to strengthen the college’s mandate of training highly skilled, modern educators and advancing standards in teacher education within Anambra State and beyond.

The statement was signed by Christian Aburime, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, on April 27, 2026.