Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, has recorded another significant milestone in its journey to achieve academic excellence with the official establishment of the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, a development widely regarded as a major boost to communication education and media scholarship in Nigeria.
The newly created faculty represents a strategic expansion of the university’s academic offerings and underscores its commitment to producing highly skilled communication professionals equipped to meet the demands of an increasingly digital and media-driven world.
In a move that has been warmly received by the university community and most media professionals, distinguished communication scholar, Professor Allen N. Adum, has been appointed as the Pioneer Dean of the faculty. His appointment is expected to provide visionary leadership as the faculty begins its journey toward becoming one of Nigeria’s leading centres for communication education, research, and innovation.
The establishment of the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies marks a new chapter for the institution, creating greater opportunities for curriculum development, interdisciplinary research, industry partnerships, and the training of future journalists, broadcasters, public relations practitioners, advertising professionals, digital media experts, and communication strategists.
The development has been described as a landmark achievement that reflects the university’s determination to remain at the forefront of academic innovation while responding to the evolving needs of the media and communication industry.
Members of the university community, including staff, students, alumni, and stakeholders, have expressed excitement over the historic achievement, noting that the faculty is expected to strengthen the university’s reputation as one of Nigeria’s foremost institutions for communication studies.
The appointment of Professor Adum as the pioneer dean has also attracted widespread commendation, with many expressing confidence in his academic experience, leadership, and commitment to excellence.
As the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies commences operations, expectations remain high that it will emerge as a centre of excellence known for groundbreaking research, innovation, quality teaching, and the production of globally competitive communication professionals.
This move has been widely received across the university and beyond as another defining moment in the continued growth and transformation of Nnamdi Azikiwe University.
