BUKAA Holds 35th AGM, Unveils Dedicated Alumni Website

The Bayero University Kano Alumni Association (BUKAA) on Saturday, 6th September 2025, held its 35th Annual General Meeting (AGM), drawing distinguished alumni from across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones for a day of reflection, networking, and renewed commitment to the growth of their alma mater.

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Haruna Musa, who proudly introduced himself as an alumnus of the class of 1991, commended the leadership of BUKAA for sustaining the association’s relevance and urged closer collaboration between the University and its alumni body. He assured the gathering of the management’s open-door policy and shared the University’s recent strides: “Bayero University is doing well—currently ranked 6th best among Nigerian universities, 4th best among public universities, and 1st in international visibility. With effective leadership, stakeholder engagement, and enhanced funding, we will take the University to even greater heights,” he said.

The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Air Vice Marshal Saddik Isma’ila Kaita (rtd.), charged the association to institutionalize an annual alumni day to deepen bonds, exchange ideas, and engage current students to appreciate the importance of alumni relations.

A keynote lecture on Corporate Governance was delivered by Ambassador Shuaibu A. Ahmed, former Executive Secretary of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria, represented by Alhaji Ali Madugu, CEO of Dala Foods. Ahmed stressed that corporate governance is as critical for non-profit organizations as it is for companies, as accountability and transparency drive credibility, sustainability, and societal impact.

Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, who chaired the occasion, lauded the association’s progress while urging inclusivity: “There are still challenges ahead. We must ensure that all alumni are actively engaged and united.”

During the business session, members passed a vote of confidence in the BUKAA leadership, commended its audited financial report, and promised continued support.

In another historic development, BUKAA officially launched its dedicated alumni website—the first of its kind. The Chairman, Alhaji Shuaibu Idris, described the platform as a milestone that will transform alumni relations. “Whether you graduated in 1980 or 2020, this website makes it easier to connect, network, and give back,” he said. The site will serve as a hub for communication, donations, and professional support among graduates.

Alhaji Idris also highlighted ongoing projects under the association’s leadership, including water supply improvements at the new campus, modern sanitation facilities for students, and the establishment of a substantial endowment fund to support University development.

Earlier, in his welcome address, the Chairman explained that the AGM was shifted from the first to the last quarter of the year due to unforeseen circumstances, assuring that future meetings would return to the first or second quarter.

The Vice-President I, Aare Akinkunmi Akinyemi, gave the vote of thanks, appreciating all who contributed to the successful hosting of the 35th AGM