KWASU Celebrates Professor Yusuf Ola-Olu Ali as New Kuliyan Ngeri of Ilorin

The Emir of Ilorin, His Royal Highness Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu Gambari CFR, has honored Professor Yusuf Ola-Olu Ali, SAN, FCIArb, with the prestigious traditional title of Kuliyan Ngeri. The announcement has been met with widespread acclaim, particularly from the community of Kwara State University, where Professor Ali has made substantial contributions.

Professor Yusuf Ola-Olu Ali is renowned for his exceptional expertise in law, having reached the pinnacle of the legal profession through both practice and academia. His efforts to advance society through legal knowledge have solidified his reputation as a key figure in the field. The Vice-Chancellor of Kwara State University, Professor Shaykh-Luqman Jimoh, expressed heartfelt congratulations on behalf of the Council, Management, staff, and students, emphasizing that Professor Ali's contributions to the university’s law faculty have inscribed his name in gold.

“Professor Yusuf Ali, SAN, indeed deserves this title as he embodies the essence of legal scholarship and practice,” stated Professor Jimoh. “His dedication has not only elevated the standards of legal education but has also served as an inspiration to many aspiring lawyers.”

As the new Kuliyan Ngeri of Ilorin, Professor Ali is expected to continue his impactful work, fostering legal excellence and community development. The Kwara State University community extends its warmest wishes for his good health and longevity, hoping he will further enrich the lives of others through his knowledge and service.

This honor marks a significant recognition of Professor Ali’s unwavering commitment to law and education, further solidifying his legacy within the legal and academic spheres of Nigeria.