President Yoweri Museveni has confirmed Professor John Okedi’s appointment as the new Kyambogo University Chancellor replacing Prof. Pancras John Mukasa Ssebuwufu whose contract expired in February this year.
For months now, Kyambogo has been operating without a Chancellor. Okedi’s appointment comes after the University Council on March 10 recommended him take up the position in documents that were sent out to President Museveni for confirmation.
According to Prof. Eli Katunguka Rwakishaya the University Vice Chancellor, Okedi’s appointment took long because the president who was supposed to stamp on documents confirming him was caught up with a busy schedule. Rwakishaya however, said Prof. Katunguka comes with vast experience because he previously served as the head of the University council.
“Prof. Okedi is a thorough academician with all the experience that one would wish to have. He served Kyambogo University in different capabilities and performed beyond expectations. He will take on his duties next week, top of which is presiding over ceremonial events of the University,” Rwakishaya said.
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