Gulu University Vice Chancellor Prof. George Openjuru Ladaah who doubles as the Chairperson of Uganda Vice-Chancellor’s Forum has been awarded African Educationist of the year 2023
The award was given to Prof. Openjuru by the African Leadership Magazine.
African Leadership Magazine is an organization that is geared towards showcasing African opportunities by promoting positive Afrocentric content globally.
Prof. George Openjuru was awarded for his outstanding contributions towards the development of education, political stability and promoting peace in Uganda and Africa at large.
Here is how the tweet reads; "Delighted to announce PROF. @GeorgeOpenjuru , Vice-Chancellor of @GuluVarsity, as the African Educationist of the Year! His outstanding contributions to education in #Uganda and Africa are truly commendable. From elevating service delivery to internationalizing the university, his leadership has made a lasting impact. Kudos for successfully managing infrastructure projects, resolving strikes, and boosting the school’s financial health. Let’s celebrate excellence in education! #ALMPOTY23 #POTY #ALM #ALO #CELD.''
The professor is currently in Ethiopia with James Onono Ojok, the communication officer at Gulu University to collect his reward.