Prof. Raji Delivers the NSUK 34th Inaugural Lecture as VC Promises More Support for the Series

The Vice-Chancellor of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Professor Suleiman Bala Mohammed has pledged the support of the University administration towards the sustenance and continuity of the Inaugural Lecture series of the University.

The Vice-Chancellor gave the pledge while speaking at the 34th Inaugural Lecture series of the University delivered by Professor Jami'u Ola Adedoyin-Raji of the Faculty of Law Nasarawa State University, Keffi, with the topic “Human Rights Norms, Value and Practice As Veritable Vehicles For Peace and Security In Post-Independence Nigeria” at the Assembly Hall of the University on Thursday 21st September 2023.

Professor Suleiman stated that since he assumed office as Vice-Chancellor he has ensured the continuity of the revered academic tradition which is a platform for Professors who have paid their dues to deliver lectures on their chosen fields of endeavour using the simplest terms and references for the entire audience to understand what they have been researching on. 

The Vice-Chancellor further stated that in a bid to allow more Professors take the stage to present their Inaugural Lectures, the University is now hosting two Inaugural Lectures in a month. He also used the opportunity to charge  Professors who have not delivered their Inaugurals to pick  up the challenge and do so within the shortest possible time.

In his submission, Professor Jami'u Ola Adedoyin-Raji believes that no diverse society, let alone an ethnically divided one as Nigeria is conflict-free, noting that what is important is that not all disagreements are eliminated, but are handled in a way that respects the interests of the different groups involved, noting that peace and security in Nigeria, just like any other ethnically divided post-conflict societies is something achievable and confirms that human rights should contribute in specific and practical ways so that it can be achieved.

The highlight of the event was the presentation of a plaque of honour to the Inaugural Lecturer by the Vice-Chancellor.

Professor Adedoyin-Raji is the immediate past Dean of the Faculty of Law and the second Inaugural Lecturer from the Faculty of Law.