Betraying the Rattler Legacy: How FAMU’s Presidential Pick Is a Political Setup | Nikki Frenney

The selection of Marva Johnson, who has ties to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and no experience leading a university, is an attempt to undermine one of the top HBCUs in the country.

Betraying the Rattler Legacy: How FAMU’s Presidential Pick Is a Political Setup https://t.co/w806fp3r74

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Nikki Frenney is a proud Florida A&M University alumna, seasoned communications strategist and unapologetic advocate for HBCUs and Black excellence. With over 30 years of experience in journalism, public affairs and government relations, she uses her voice to expose political hypocrisy and fight for equity in education. A bold storyteller and cultural commentator, Nikki is unafraid to call out injustice, especially when it threatens the institutions and communities that shaped her.

Please be clear... the governor selected her. BOT was bought. They said the student and alumni words and criticism didn't matter. And they couldn't be transparent about it. They put the most unqualified person in the highest #1 HBCU seat for money. That vote was a sham. https://t.co/L679FAiu0t

— Slim.Bahamian (@__SlimWriter__) May 19, 2025