October 27, 2025
The Society of Nigeria Theatre Artists (SONTA) is delighted to announce the recent promotions and appointments of its distinguished members in various institutions across the country. We are mighty proud of you Sirs and Mas.
PROMOTIONS
Professor Abiodun Adewale Olayiwola, Department of Dramatic Arts, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.
Professor Chris Nwaru, Department of Theatre Arts, Imo State University
Prof. Gloria Ernest-Samuel, Department of Theatre Arts, Imo State University
Prof. Emeka Nwosu, Department of Theatre Arts, Imo State University
Professor Joseph Umukoro, Department of Theatre and Film, University of Uyo.
Dr. Tekena Gasper Mark, Associate Professor, Department of Theatre and Film Studies, Rivers State University
NEWLY PROMOTED
APPOINTMENTS
Dr. Toyin Ogundeji, new Head of Department, Department of Dramatic Arts, Obafemi Awolowo University,Ile-Ife.
Dr. Tosin Kooshima Tume, new Director Center for Gender Studies, Federal University Oye-Ekiti.
Dr Shadrach Teryila Ukuma, new Director-General of Arts, Culture and Tourism of Benue State.
Dr. Okon Udofot Jacob, new Dean Faculty of Arts, Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU)
Dr. Ekaette Brian Edem, new Head, Department of Performing Arts, Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU)
Dr. Monsuru Olajide, new Head, Department of Performing Arts, Music and Film Studies of Lead City University, Ibadan.
Dr Nwani Treasure Okoronkwor, new Head, Department of Theatre and Film Studies, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki
Dr Tam Azorbo, new Head, Department of Theatre Arts, Niger Delta University, Yenegoa, Bayelsa State.
Dr. Nkiruka Akaenyi, Virtual Affiliate, University of Kansas, USA
NEWLY APPOINTED