Goodluck Jonathan appointed Cavendish University Chancellor

Nigeria’s former President, His Excellency, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Azikiwe Jonathan has been appointed as Chancellor of Cavendish University Uganda (CUU), in Uganda.

The University made the announcement on social media, through its Twitter handle.

“Welcome aboard @GEJonathan as you take over as the Chancellor of CUU. We look forward to this new era and achieving great things under your leadership.

Success begins at Cavendish!”

Jonathan’s appointment makes him the third chancellor of the university, after Benjamin Mkapa, the late President of the United Republic of Tanzania, the second Chancellor, and the late Dr. Kenneth Kaunda former President of the Republic of Zambia, who was the pioneer Chancellor.

Mr. Jonathan is expected to be installed on August 26, 2021, in time to preside over the conferment of degrees and award of diplomas and certificates at the University’s 10th Graduation Ceremony which will take place at Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort on the same date.

Cavendish University Uganda (CUU) is licensed and accredited by the Uganda National Council for Higher Education (UNCHE), and was established in 2008. It is ranked 20th best university in Uganda and 10593th in the world.