PAAU Vice-Chancellor Appoints Uredo Omale as PRO, Babaniyi as Technical Assistant
The Vice-Chancellor of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, has approved the appointment of Mrs. Uredo Omale as the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the university.
The appointment takes immediate effect, according to a letter signed by the University Registrar, Yahaya Segun Alilu.
Prior to her appointment, Mrs. Omale served as the Director of Public Relations and Protocol at Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, where she held the position for six years from 2020 to 2026.
A seasoned communications professional, Mrs. Omale has built a reputation for excellence in institutional communication and public relations practice. During her tenure at the Polytechnic, she played a pivotal role in strengthening the institution’s public image through effective media engagement and by fostering productive relationships between the institution and its stakeholders.
Her professionalism, dedication, and ability to manage institutional communication earned her a Distinguished Service Award in recognition of her impactful service before transferring her service to Prince Abubakar Audu University.
In her new role as Public Relations Officer, Mrs. Omale will be responsible for promoting the university’s image and reputation through strategic media and public engagement. She is also expected to leverage her extensive experience to manage internal and external communications, build strong relationships with media professionals, and coordinate external relations and protocol services within the Office of the Vice-Chancellor.
In a related development, the Vice-Chancellor also approved the appointment of Mr. Babaniyi Power Ayo-Olowasimi as Technical Assistant.
Before this appointment, Mr. Babaniyi, a technology innovator and digital systems specialist, served the university in several capacities, including Head of the MIS Unit, Administrative and Training Officer, Technical Secretary of the Strategic Planning Committee, member of the Blackboard Integration Team, and most recently, Head of the Data Management Unit.
In his new capacity, he is expected to support the Vice-Chancellor in advancing strategic ICT initiatives, strengthening the university’s digital infrastructure, and promoting innovative technology solutions across the institution.
Compiled by Abdulkadir Bin Abdulmalik
