Governing Council
November 15, 2023 2025-10-02 12:43Governing Council
Governing Council
The Council is comprised of the following distinguished members:
Prince (Prof.) Leonard Obika – Pro-Chancellor/Chairman
Prof. Austin Nosike – Vice-Chancellor/Member
Prof. Abiola Babajide – Dean/Member
Hon. Mufutau E. Egberongbe – Member
Engr. (Dr.) Adetunji Sowunmi – Member
Dr. (Mrs.) Omoloye Yemisi I. – Member
Mr. Emeka Anyaeji – Member
Marie Ukpere – Member
Adegoke Oyelami – Member
Zephia Ovia-Ikem – Member
Dr. Achugamonu Uzoma – Registrar/Secretary to Council
Prince Professor L. F. O. Obika
Pro-Chancellor
Prince Professor L. F. O. Obika was born into royalty in Nigeria and pursued a distinguished academic career in physiology. After completing his secondary education, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology from the University of Ibadan and subsequently embarked on a research fellowship at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus.
Zephia Ovia-Ikem
Director, Strategic Partnerships & International Office
Zephia Ovia-Ikem is a Member of the Governing Council and Director, Strategic Partnerships & International Office at James Hope University. She holds a Master’s degree in Development Studies, from the London School of Economics (LSE) and a Bachelors degree in Politics & International Relations from the University of Manchester in the UK. Zephia’s academic pathway has equipped her with the tools to champion business and development solutions across public and private sectors.