By Chimezie Godfrey
The National Open University of Nigeria has appointed Professor Samaila Mande as the Director of its Business School.
The appointment was announced by the Academy of Management Nigeria, which described it as a strategic step towards strengthening professional education and academic excellence.
Mande, who is the President of the Academy, is a scholar with experience in marketing, public relations, and strategic management.
According to the statement, he has a strong background in teaching, research, and institutional development.
The statement noted that his appointment would help reposition the Business School as a leading centre for professional master’s and doctoral programmes.
In his new role, Mande is expected to lead the development and delivery of innovative academic programmes and promote partnerships with industry stakeholders.
He is also expected to enhance research output and expand the school’s capacity for flexible and technology-driven learning.
The NOUN Business School offers postgraduate programmes aimed at equipping professionals with practical and strategic skills for the global economy.
NOUN appoints Prof. Mande as Business School director
