By Agency Report
The Chairman of the Governing Council of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa, has resigned.
In his letter of resignation dated 23 February, 2026, seen by our reporters, addressed to the Governor of Enugu State, Dr Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, the Visitor to the University, Sir Ohaa, wrote, “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 went further to appreciate the opportunity given to him to serve, “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.”
The resignation letter concluded with Sir Ohaa’s reassurance to the governor of his commitment to the advancement of education in Enugu State: “Please, accept the assurances of my highest esteem and continued goodwill toward the advancement of education in Enugu State.”
Sir Ohaa, an experienced public servant, was a former federal permanent secretary in several federal ministries, including Power and Federal Capital Territory Administration, Abuja, FCTA.
As of the time of filing this report, no official statement had been issued regarding his replacement or the circumstances surrounding his resignation.
Mr Ohaa was appointed Pro Chancellor and Chairman of ESUT Governing Council in March 2024.
