The National Open University of Nigeria, NOUN, has appointed Mrs Ramatu Ibrahim as its Acting Bursar, after the killing of the Bursar, Mallam Nasiru Gusau Marafa, in Zamfara State on September 6, 2026.
The appointment was disclosed by the Registrar of the Council, Mr. Oladipo Ajayi, in an official statement released in Abuja by Acting Director of the NOUN Directorate of Media and Publicity, Mrs Omotola Ojudu,
Ajayi stated that the appointment was made to ensure continuity in the university’s financial administration and would remain in force until further notice.
He stated thatbthe appointment, effective from September 8, 2026, was approved by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Uduma Uduma, with the concurrence of Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Malam Isa Yuguda.
Ajayi said Ibrahim’s extensive experience in the university’s financial operations positioned her to provide effective leadership and sustain efficient, transparent and accountable financial services.
He said Ibrahim, who was Deputy Bursar, Treasury, before her appointment, had served in various operational units of the Bursary Department.
According to him, she has experience in accounting, financial management, treasury operations and related administrative processes.
Ajayi said that as Deputy Bursar, Treasury, Ibrahim provided professional leadership and oversight of the university’s treasury operations.
He said the university management described the late Marafa as a dedicated and dependable officer who served the institution with commitment, professionalism and integrity.
According to him, management said Marafa’s contributions to the university’s financial administration and institutional development would be remembered with gratitude.
