Professor Nanven Audu Gambo has been appointed pioneer Vice Chancellor of the newly established Karl Kumm University, Vom, in Plateau State. . KKU was approved by the Federal Government and given provincial operational license. Other Principal Officers of the University include: Kim Daniel Dung as Registrar, Sokyes Promise as Bursar and John Mowap as Director Academic Planning. Prof. Nanven was Born in Gandu-Wase-Tofa in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State in 1965, Professor Gambo schooled at Local Education Authority Primary School Yokot (1973-1979) before proceeding to Government College Wase for secondary education (1979-1984). After passing his exams to qualify for admission into the University of Jos, he enrolled in that university’s undergraduate programme in 1986. By 1990, he earned the bachelor’s degree in Political Science in the second class honour (upper division). Two years later, he went on for a Master’s degree in International Relations and Strategic Studies, which he completed in 1995. In 2004 he earned a PhD in his chosen area of specialisation at the same university. Began work in 1990 at the Cross River State University, Uyo, Nanven Gambo had started what was arguably a sound career in the academic profession. On his return from the NYSC, he joined the University of Jos in 1991 as Graduate Assistant and received several promotions before becoming a Professor of Political Science in 2010. His rise to the pinnacle was a reflection of his progress, as he has many published works to his credit: 20 articles in refereed journals; one book, 16 chapter contributions, 25 conference papers and many technical papers. Professor Gambo has served the community to a considerable extent, working in various committees within and outside the University of Jos. He is a member of many professional associations. He is married and blessed with four children.