BUK Receives N250m ASR-AFRICA Grant
Bayero University Kano (BUK) has received a generous grant of N250 million from ASR-AFRICA, a leading philanthropic organization committed to supporting educational and healthcare initiatives in Africa monitored by myschoolnews.
The grant, which was officially presented to the university by representatives of ASR-AFRICA, is aimed at supporting research and development activities at BUK. Specifically, the funds will be used to improve the university's research infrastructure, provide research grants for faculty and students, and support the development of innovative research projects that can make a positive impact on the local community and beyond.
Speaking at the grant presentation ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor of BUK, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, expressed his gratitude to ASR-AFRICA for their support, saying that the grant will go a long way in helping the university achieve its research and development goals.
"We are deeply honored and grateful to receive this grant from ASR-AFRICA," Professor Abbas said. "With this funding, we will be able to enhance our research capacity and undertake innovative projects that have the potential to transform our society and contribute to the global body of knowledge. We thank ASR-AFRICA for their generous support and commitment to advancing the cause of education and research in Africa."
The ASR-AFRICA grant is a significant milestone for BUK, which has been recognized as one of the leading research institutions in Nigeria and Africa as a whole. With the support of the grant, BUK is well-positioned to further strengthen its research capabilities and make even greater contributions to the development of the country and the continent.