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.
Lt. Col. Bello 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:
1. Instructor, Nigerian Army School of Education, Ilorin, Kwara State
2. Administrative Officer, Command Secondary School, Makurdi, Benue State
3. Instructor, Warrant Officers’ Academy, Jaji, Kaduna State
4. Staff Officer II, Library and Archives, Nigerian Army Resource Centre (NARC), Abuja
5. Acting Commandant, Command Science Secondary School, Lafia, Nasarawa State
6. Acting Commandant, Command Science and Technical Secondary School, Rinze-Akwanga, Nasarawa State
7. Acting Commandant, Command Science and Technical Secondary School, Rinze-Akwanga, Nasarawa State
8. Staff Officer I, Museum and Archives, National Defence College (NDC), Abuja
10. Assistant Director, Military History, Nigerian Army Military History Institute (NAMHI), NARC, Abuja
11. Acting Director, Library and Archives, Nigerian Army Resource Centre
12. Participant, Leadership and Strategic Studies Course 3/24 (LSSC 3/24)
13. 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.
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