Gov Alia appoints Ojobo as new Rector of Benue Polytechnic

Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has approved the appointment of Arc. Dr. Henry Ojobo as the new Rector of Benue State Polytechnic, Ugbokolo, for a single five-year tenure, effective April 1, 2025.

Dr. Ojobo, a seasoned academic, administrator, and environmental expert, brings over 20 years of experience in architectural education, research, and professional practice.

His appointment follows the recommendations of the Polytechnic’s Governing Council, as stated by its Chairman, Dr. Damian Tersoo Anyam.

Dr. Ojobo holds a Ph.D. in Architecture, specializing in Landscape Architecture, from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.

He previously served as the Head of the Department of Architecture and Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Sciences at Kaduna State University.

With over 50 peer-reviewed research publications, his work focuses on sustainable built environments and human-environment interactions.

He is also an active member of professional bodies, including the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON) and the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA).

In a related development, the Polytechnic’s Governing Council has also approved the appointments of three principal officers, effective April 3, 2025.

They are Dr. Sunday Apochi as Registrar, Mr. Kase Joseph Chihinen as Bursar, and Mr. Antse Terfa Benjamin as Librarian.