BUA Africa Initiative Invests N250 Million Building Administrative Block in Al-Qalam University Infrastructure
The selection process for beneficiary institutions involved rigorous criteria, including performance, management vision, and ranking by the Nigerian Universities Commission (NUC). Al-Qalam University stood out, securing over N250 million in grants due to its high performance, especially among private institutions.
AKACHI NOEL 
The AbdulSamad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa) has embarked on the construction of a N250 million administrative block and conference room at Al-Qalam University in Katsina State. This project, initiated by BUA Group Chairman, AbdulSamad Rabiu, is part of the 2022 Tertiary Education Grant Scheme (TEGS), covering 22 tertiary institutions nationwide.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Dr. Ubon Udoh, Managing Director of ASR Africa, emphasized education as a priority area for intervention, with the chairman committing $100 million annually to support health, education, and social development sectors in Nigeria and Africa.
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The selection process for beneficiary institutions involved rigorous criteria, including performance, management vision, and ranking by the Nigerian Universities Commission (NUC). Al-Qalam University stood out, securing over N250 million in grants due to its high performance, especially among private institutions.
The project's commencement underscores ASR Africa's dedication to fostering homegrown solutions to Nigeria's challenges, with a focus on sustainable development. Completion of the administrative block within six months is expected to enhance the university's infrastructure and support its mission to deliver quality education.
