By Ibrahim Sesay
Njala University has issued a formal clarification regarding the non-extension of the term of the former Deputy Vice-Chancellor for the Njala Campus, Dr. Alieu Mohamed Bah (Associate Professor), following what it described as widespread inaccurate reports circulating online.
In a Press Release dated 17th February 2026, the University explained that Dr. Alieu Mohamed Bah was appointed as Deputy Vice-Chancellor in 2022 in accordance with the Universities Act, 2021. Under Part IV, Section 10, Subsection 2(a) of the Act, the tenure for the position is three years. The University stated that his term has therefore expired in line with the provisions of the law.
According to the release, Dr. Alieu Mohamed Bah’s performance was reviewed for possible renewal by a five-member body known as the University Court Committee for the Renewal/Appointment of Deputy Vice-Chancellors. The Committee conducted what the University described as a comprehensive review process, which included appraisal reports submitted by Deans, the Student Union President, the Vice-Chancellor and Principal. A face-to-face interview was also held with Dr. Alieu Mohamed Bah as part of the evaluation.
Following deliberations on the Committee’s report, the University Court did not approve the renewal of his appointment. The establishment of the review committee, the statement noted, is provided for under Part V, Section 12, Subsection 1(i) of the Universities Act, 2021.
The University further disclosed that on 22nd January 2026, the University Court declared the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor for the Njala Campus vacant and constituted a Search Committee to begin the process of appointing a new Deputy Vice-Chancellor. That action, the University emphasized, was taken in accordance with Part V, Section 12, Subsection 2(a) of the Universities Act, 2021.
Njala University reiterated its commitment to transparency, due process and strict adherence to the Universities Act, 2021 in the governance of its affairs.
