Obong University Chairman Appointed ICSAN Head

Bar. Mrs.Uto Ukpanah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Obong University

Bar. Mrs Uto Ukpanah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Obong University, has been appointed the 30th Chairman of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN). She becomes the first woman to hold the position in the institute’s history.

The appointment was described as a recognition of her leadership, integrity, and experience in governance and corporate administration at Obong University, Bar. Ukpanah has overseen strategic initiatives aimed at improving academic standards and institutional development.

Speaking on the milestone, the University highlighted that her new role strengthens the connection between academia and professional practice, providing a platform to advance ethical administration and corporate governance on a national level.

Bar. Ukpanah’s career spans decades of service in education, philanthropy, and leadership, with initiatives focused on women’s empowerment, community development, and education advancement. Her appointment is expected to enhance ICSAN’s visibility and influence while inspiring emerging leaders across Nigeria.

Obong University said it celebrated the historic achievement and expressed confidence that her tenure at ICSAN would drive professionalism, accountability, and ethical standards in the corporate and administrative sectors nationwide.