The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) celebrates the outstanding contribution of AAS Fellow Prof. Nicholas Ozor, whose recent support to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) demonstrates his unwavering commitment to advancing research, education and capacity development in Africa.

As Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network (ATPS) and a distinguished alumnus of UNN, Prof. Ozor has provided more than US$87,000 in research fellowships and scholarships, alongside ₦8 million in infrastructure grants to strengthen teaching, learning and research at the university.

The support package included two postdoctoral fellowships for academics in the Department of Computer Science, valued at US$38,400 and US$38,000, enabling advanced research opportunities at leading universities in Nigeria and Ghana. In addition, Prof. Ozor awarded a PhD scholarship worth US$11,250 through the Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Power and Energy Development (ACE-SPED), reinforcing his commitment to strengthening research capacity and supporting the next generation of African scientists and innovators.

Beyond individual scholarships and fellowships, Prof. Ozor invested in strengthening institutional capacity. The Faculty of Arts at UNN received ₦5 million to install solar-powered energy systems, while the Department of English and Literary Studies received ₦3 million to enhance its infrastructure ahead of an accreditation exercise.

These interventions reflect Prof. Ozor's long-standing dedication to building resilient academic institutions and nurturing scientific excellence across the continent. Having mobilised substantial resources for research and development throughout his career, he continues to champion opportunities that empower African scholars and institutions to thrive.

The AAS congratulates Prof. Ozor on this remarkable act of leadership and philanthropy. His investment in people, knowledge and institutions exemplifies the values of service, excellence and impact that define the Academy's Fellowship, while inspiring others to contribute to the advancement of science and higher education in Africa.