The Governing Council of the National Mathematical Centre (NMC), Abuja, has appointed Prof. Benjamin Oyelami as the eighth Director/Chief Executive of the Centre, according to Tribune Online and the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). The appointment follows a competitive selection process involving assessment and interviews conducted by the Governing Council. The Controller, Information and Public Relations of the NMC, Mr. Onyekachi Njoku, announced the appointment in a statement. This development comes at an important time for the Centre, as it continues to promote mathematical education and research in Nigeria.
The appointment of Prof. Oyelami is significant given his extensive experience in mathematics education and research. He has held several academic positions, including serving as Head of Department of Mathematics at the Federal University of Technology, Minna. According to NAN, Prof. Oyelami’s tenure will begin on October 1, 2026.
While the announcement marks a positive step forward for the NMC, it remains uncertain how Prof. Oyelami’s leadership will impact the Centre’s ongoing initiatives and strategic direction. The NMC has been instrumental in developing mathematical talent in Nigeria, with the aim of fostering a culture of mathematics in the country.
Editorial Notes:
– No information was provided on the length of Prof. Oyelami’s tenure beyond his October 1 start date.
– The NMC has not said when the competitive selection process began.
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