Prof. Joseph Ifeanyichukwu Ikechebelu, Acting Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University is a remarkable individual whose multifaceted contributions to the fields of medicine, academia, and society reflect his deep commitment to excellence, innovation, and service.

As the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration)of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, his leadership and vision played a significant role in shaping the institution's growth and success. His journey to this prestigious position, marked by his steady rise from a professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in 2008, exemplifies his dedication, passion, and relentless pursuit of knowledge and development.

Prof. Ikechebelu's academic and professional achievements are vast and inspiring. A highly regarded fertility expert and gynaecological endoscopic surgeon, he has over 150 scholarly publications in reputable national and international journals. His work has earned him global recognition, notably being listed in the Scopus First 500 Scholars in Nigeria in 2020 and among the top 10 academics in UNIZIK in 2021.These accolades are a testament to his unparalleled expertise and significant contributions to the field of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Beyond his remarkable research output, Prof. Ikechebelu's leadership in various administrative roles, such as Director of Academic Planning (2019-2021) and Dean of Medicine (2012-2014), has earned him widespread acclaim as the “Digital Dean,” where he led the digital transformation of the Faculty of Medicine and the Academic Planning unit of the University, revolutionizing how these units operated and enhancing their efficiency. His visionary leadership has left a lasting impact on the institution and its students.

He is truly an astute administrator, a humble servant leader, and a man after God's own heart. As the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, he has taken up his role with remarkable energy, creativity, hard work, discipline, and passion. His leadership has brought a transformative impact across every facet of the university's administration. Guided by a clear and visionary agenda- BLESSeD-, he is committed to building a university where members of staff are happy and productive, and students are happy and progressive.

The BLESSeD vision encapsulates his aspirations for UNIZIK:

B-Beautify UNIZIK

L-Light Up UNIZIK

E-Excellent UNIZIK

S-Safe UNIZIK

S-Secured UNIZIK

D-Digitize UNIZIK

Through this vision, he continues to inspire a new era of growth and excellence at Nnamdi Azikiwe University.