ABU School of Basic Studies Alumni Association Pledges Support for University Development
The visit, led by the association's Chairman, Dr. Suleyman A. Ndanusa, OON, included executive members from various alumni sets.
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The Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) School of Basic Studies Alumni Association (BASICO) has reaffirmed its commitment to the university's progress during a courtesy visit to the Governing Council and Management on December 5, 2024. The visit, led by the association's Chairman, Dr. Suleyman A. Ndanusa, OON, included executive members from various alumni sets.
Dr. Ndanusa emphasized the association’s dedication to strengthening its network and contributing to the institution that shaped their careers. He noted that the alumni association had mobilized over 500 members, including notable figures such as former Vice President Namadi Sambo, governors, and ministers. The association has launched an endowment fund to complement ABU’s existing financial initiatives, aiming to alleviate the university’s financial challenges.
In response, Alhaji Mahmud Yayale Ahmed CFR, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, expressed gratitude to the alumni for their efforts. He highlighted the university's financial struggles, including limited resources for medical support for staff and students, and praised BASICO’s initiative as a crucial step in addressing these challenges.
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kabiru Bala welcomed the alumni executives and urged them to encourage others to contribute to the university's Endowment Foundation. He underscored the importance of alumni involvement in sustaining the institution, drawing parallels with global practices such as those at Harvard University.
The visit concluded with the university management reaffirming its readiness to collaborate with BASICO to advance ABU’s mission and tackle pressing challenges, such as infrastructure and funding.
