Appointment of a New Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Military) at NAUB
The Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) has announced the appointment of Lieutenant Colonel AY Bello, Ph.D., as the new Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Military), following his selection by the Nigerian Army. He officially assumed duties on 2 December 2025, marking a significant administrative transition within the institution.
Lt Col Bello succeeds Brigadier General JT Aun, who is presently away on course. In his absence, the handover ceremony was conducted by the Acting DVC (Military), Lieutenant Colonel M.M. Danzaki, in the company of the Director of Security, Colonel AA Ude. Notably, Lt Col Bello reported for duty on 1 December 2025, ahead of his formal assumption of office.
Lieutenant Colonel Bello brings to his new position a wealth of professional experience, drawn from a career marked by service in diverse command, instructional, administrative, and strategic roles across the Nigerian Army. His previous appointments include:
Instructor, Nigerian Army School of Education, Ilorin, Kwara State
Administrative Officer, Command Secondary School, Makurdi, Benue State
Instructor, Warrant Officers’ Academy, Jaji, Kaduna State
Staff Officer II, Library and Archives, Nigerian Army Resource Centre (NARC), Abuja
Acting Commandant, Command Science Secondary School, Lafia, Nasarawa State
Acting Commandant, Command Science and Technical Secondary School, Rinze-Akwanga, Nasarawa State
Staff Officer I, Museum and Archives, National Defence College (NDC), Abuja
Assistant Director, Military History, Nigerian Army Military History Institute (NAMHI), NARC, Abuja
Acting Director, Library and Archives, Nigerian Army Resource Centre
Participant, Leadership and Strategic Studies Course 3/24 (LSSC 3/24)
Assistant Director (Archives), Army Headquarters Department of Personnel Management (AHQ DPM)
In his inaugural remarks, Lt Col AY Bello conveyed profound appreciation to the outgoing Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Military), Brig Gen JT Aun, for the milestones achieved under his leadership. He offered prayers for the General’s continued success and future engagements.
Lt Col Bello further underscored the importance of teamwork, cooperation, and shared commitment, calling on all staff to support him in the effective execution of his duties. He reaffirmed his dedication to advancing the vision and mission of NAUB, pledging to work collaboratively to drive excellence in military-academic integration within the university.