Peaceland University, commonly referred to as Peaceland Uni, is a private university located in Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria[3].[4][5][6] Founded in 2023,[7] it evolved from Peaceland College of Education.[8][9] The transition to a university was supported by the Pia and Alfred Meier-Knüsel Foundation[10] in Switzerland and their Nigerian partner, FREDYPIA Developmental and Education Foundation.[11]
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| Motto | Integral Human Development |
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| Type | Private |
| Established | 2023 |
| Chancellor | Professor Felix Ugwuozor[1] |
| Vice-Chancellor | Professor Leonard Chidi Ilechukwu[2] |
| Location | , , 6°26′16.71″N 7°30′26.77″E / 6.4379750°N 7.5074361°E 6°26′17″N 7°30′27″E / 6.4379761°N 7.5074357°E |
| Campus | Urban, 130 acres (53 ha) |
| Colours | blue and gold |
| Nickname | PeaceLand Uni |
| Mascot | White Dove |
| Website | peacelanduni.edu.ng |
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Staff
editIn June 2023, Peaceland University appointed Arthur Eze as its first Pro-Chancellor. Eze is known for his philanthropic activities in Nigeria.[12][13]
In November 2024, Peaceland University appointed Rev. Fr. Prof. Felix Ugwuozor as its Pro-Chancellor. Ugwuozor, a priest of the Catholic Diocese of Enugu, brings significant academic and leadership experience to the role. Prior to this appointment, he served as the Acting Deputy Provost and Director of Postgraduate Programmes at Peaceland College of Education, Enugu. His leadership is expected to guide the university’s development and academic growth.[14]
Dr. Leonard Chidi Ilechukwu serves as the Vice Chancellor of Peaceland University, with extensive experience in higher education administration, academic leadership, and research, Dr. Ilechukwu has been instrumental in advancing the university's academic programs and infrastructure. His tenure has contributed to enhancing the university's reputation for educational excellence. Dr. Ilechukwu is committed to expanding the university's influence, improving academic standards, and promoting innovation and research across all disciplines.[15]
References
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- ^ "leonard ilechukwu". Google Scholar. Retrieved 13 July 2024.
- ^ "We're Best In Modern Education Delivery, Peaceland University Boasts". independent.ng. May 15, 2024. Retrieved 15 July 2024.
- ^ "NUC presents licenses to 37 new private universities". Daily Nigerian. June 9, 2023. Retrieved 14 July 2024.
- ^ "National Universities Commission". NUC. Retrieved 13 July 2024.
- ^ "Peaceland University Enugu Website". Peaceland University Enugu. Retrieved 13 July 2024.
- ^ "Pia and Alfred Meier-Knüsel Foundation". fundraiso. Retrieved 13 July 2024.
- ^ "Peaceland College Enugu to represent Africa at Commonwealth Inter-Tertiary Debating competition in UK". Vanguard. June 19, 2021. Retrieved 14 July 2024.
- ^ "Peaceland College of Education". Peaceland College of Education Enugu. Retrieved 13 July 2024.
- ^ "Pia and Alfred Meier-Knüsel Foundation". fundraiso. Retrieved 13 July 2024.
- ^ "FREDYPIA Developmental and Education Foundation". NG-Check. Retrieved 13 July 2024.
- ^ "Arthur Eze appointed Pro-Chancellor, Peaceland University". Newsline Global. May 24, 2023. Retrieved 14 July 2024.
- ^ "Peaceland University appoints Arthur Eze pro-chancellor". Guardian Nigeria. June 1, 2023. Retrieved 13 July 2024.
- ^ "Peaceland varsity appoints Felix Ugwuozor as Pro-Chancellor". Lawrence Njoku. The Guardian Nigeria. November 1, 2024. Retrieved 4 November 2024.