The Chairman of the Governing Council of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa, has resigned from his position with immediate effect.
In a resignation letter dated February 23, 2026, addressed to the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, who serves as the Visitor to the university, Sir Ohaa formally stepped down from office.
“I hereby formally and voluntarily resign my position as the Chairman of the Governing Council of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) effective from February 23, 2026,” he wrote.
In the letter seen by our correspondents, Sir Ohaa expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the state in a critical educational leadership role.
“It is an honour and privilege to serve the government and people of Enugu State in this capacity, which offered me the opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of the university. I remain grateful to Your Excellency for this rare opportunity,” he stated.
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He concluded by reaffirming his enduring support for educational advancement in the state: “Please, accept the assurances of my highest esteem and continued goodwill toward the advancement of education in Enugu State.’’
Sir Ohaa is a seasoned public servant with decades of administrative experience at the federal level. He previously served as a Permanent Secretary in several ministries, including the Federal Ministry of Power and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Abuja.
His resignation marks a significant development within the leadership structure of ESUT, a key institution in Enugu State’s higher education landscape.
While no reason was officially given for his decision, stakeholders within the university community are expected to await further direction from the state government regarding the appointment of a successor.
Education observers say transitions at the governing council level often shape institutional policy direction, funding priorities, and administrative reforms — making the coming weeks critical for the university’s leadership continuity.