NSUK VC Congratulates Accountant General of the Federation on Successful PhD Defence, As He Pledges More Support to His Alma Mater

The Vice-Chancellor of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, has congratulated the Accountant General of the Federation, Mr. Shamseldeen B. Ogunjimi, on the successful defence of his Ph.D thesis.

The Vice-Chancellor, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Professor Maikano Muhammad Ari, extended the university’s heartfelt felicitations when the Head of the Department of Accounting, Dr. Musa Naburgi, led Mr. Ogunjimi to seek the blessings of the University’s hierarchy on Friday, August 15, 2025, at the Council Chamber.

In his remarks, Professor Ari warmly congratulated Mr. Ogunjimi on his outstanding academic feat, describing it as a source of pride for the entire university community. He noted that learning is a lifelong journey and expressed optimism that the Accountant General would continue to contribute positively to academia and national development as a proud product of NSUK.

Responding, Mr. Ogunjimi expressed delight at the warm reception accorded him by the Vice-Chancellor and her principal officers. He explained that his choice of NSUK for his doctoral studies was informed by the institution’s high academic standards.

“I am passionate about education, and I chose to pursue my Doctorate degree here because of the quality of scholarship and the values upheld by Nasarawa State University, Keffi,” he stated.

He pledged to remain a worthy ambassador of the university and assured the administration of his commitment to leverage his office as Accountant General to promote and attract developmental projects to his alma mater. He further emphasized that his doors remain open for initiatives aimed at enhancing the growth and development of the institution.

The Accountant General was accompanied on the visit by a distinguished delegation, including Dr. Musa Mohammed, Head of the Department of Accounting, Associate Professor Iyere Simeon, Dr. Musa Hassan, and Dr. Musa Usman Musa, among other eminent personalities.

The visit concluded with a group photograph at the University’s Penthouse, offering a panoramic view of the institution and making the event memorable.

It will be recalled that in May 2025, the Auditor General of the Federation, Mr. Shaaka Kantiyor Chira, also successfully defended his Doctorate Degree at NSUK, further underscoring the University’s growing reputation as a hub for grooming top-ranking public officials.

Congratulations to our proud Alumnus, Dr. Shamseldeen B. Ogunjimi