Newly Elected SUG President Abduljalil Uba Commends Students for Peaceful Polls at Northwest University, Kano

Following his victory in the recently concluded Students' Union Government (S.U.G.) elections, the 9th President-elect of Northwest University, Kano (now Yusuf Maitama Sule University), Abduljalil Abdullahi Uba, has issued a formal letter of appreciation to the entire student body.

The statement, released on February 22, 2026, lauded the exemplary conduct of students across all faculties during the electoral process, which he described as "peaceful, transparent, and credible."

President Uba specifically acknowledged the contributions of students from the Faculties of:

Education and Science

Basic Medical Sciences (BMS)

Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities

Computing and Law

He praised the collective commitment to democratic values, discipline, and unity, noting that the positive engagement across these diverse academic blocks was instrumental to the success of the election and the university's institutional progress.

As he officially assumes office, Uba pledged to lead an administration grounded in fairness, accountability, and inclusiveness. He emphasized that his tenure would prioritize the welfare of the student body through continuous dialogue and mutual respect between the union and the students.

"I encourage active participation from students of all faculties as we work together to advance the interests and development of our university," Uba stated, signaling a collaborative approach to student leadership.

The election of the 9th S.U.G. President marks a new chapter for the university, with expectations high for an administration focused on sustainable student welfare and institutional growth.