{
  "id": 6355134,
  "title": "NOUN appoints acting bursar",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/noun-appoints-acting-bursar-6355134",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-09T00:44:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/noun-appoints-acting-bursar/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has appointed Ramatu Ibrahim as Acting Bursar in the wake of the Bursar's tragic murder. Nasir Marafa, who had been shot dead in Zamfara State, was succeeded by Ibrahim who had previously served as Deputy Bursar, Treasury. The appointment was made during the three-day mourning period that the university declared following Marafa's death, which occurred on Sunday. Ibrahim's appointment was revealed on Tuesday evening by Registrar Oladipo Ajayi, who announced it via a public notice on the university's Facebook page. Ajayi stated that the appointment, effective immediately, aimed to maintain continuity, stability, and effective leadership in the university's financial administration during a crucial period. Ibrahim, described as an experienced university administrator with extensive knowledge of financial operations, had previously served in various key roles within the Bursary Department. Her expertise in accounting, financial management, treasury operations, and related administrative processes made her a suitable candidate for the Acting Bursar position. The university expressed confidence in Ibrahim's ability to lead and manage the financial services of NOUN with professionalism, diligence, integrity, and a strong sense of responsibility, given her comprehensive understanding of the university's financial systems and processes. The university honored Marafa's memory, praising him for his dedication, professionalism, and integrity in serving the institution.",
  "summary": "The National Open University of Nigeria has appointed Ramatu Ibrahim as the new NOUN acting bursar following the killing of the former bursar, Nasir Marafa Read More: https://punchng.com/noun-appoints-acting-bursar/",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "NOUN appoints acting bursar",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/noun-appoints-acting-bursar",
        "published": "2026-09-09T00:30:35.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}