Renowned writer Chimamanda Adichie has denied claims of being appointed a visiting professor at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), describing the reports as entirely false.
A statement by her communications team, signed by Omawumi Ogbe, said Adichie had not received any such offer or communication from the university.
The statement added that while UNN holds a special place in Adichie’s heart, having attended the institution where her parents worked, it’s disappointing that such claims were circulated without verification.
“It has come to our attention that several news outlets are reporting that Ms Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has been appointed as a ‘Visiting Professor’ at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN).
“We wish to state categorically that this information is entirely false.
“Ms Adichie has not received any such appointment, nor has she been in communication with the University regarding a professorship. The reports claiming that official letters were signed and dated December 18, 2025, are inaccurate.
“While UNN holds a very special place in Ms Adichie’s heart as the institution where she grew up and where her parents served as Professor and Registrar, respectively, it is disappointing that such a significant claim would be circulated without any verification,” the statement said.
The statement urged the public and media to disregard the reports and remove them from circulation to avoid spreading misinformation.
Earlier, UNN had announced Adichie’s appointment, along with others, as part of efforts to boost its global academic standing.
The university claimed official letters were signed on December 18, 2025, but Adichie’s team says this is inaccurate.
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