Professor Adamu Gwarzo Honored with Trailblazer in Tertiary Education Award

Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, President and Founder of the Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) and the MAAUN Group of Universities, has received the prestigious Trailblazer in Tertiary Education Award from Blueprint Newspaper.

The award was presented during the Blueprint Annual Excellence Awards held in Abuja, recognizing individuals who have made outstanding contributions to national development.

Professor Gwarzo's exceptional leadership and pioneering role in expanding access to quality university education across Africa have been instrumental in shaping the educational landscape. Through his vision and commitment, the MAAUN Group of Universities has become a model for academic innovation, international collaboration, and educational excellence.

In his acceptance speech, Professor Gwarzo expressed gratitude to Blueprint Newspaper and reaffirmed his commitment to Africa's educational transformation. He emphasized that education is the most sustainable vehicle for development and that the award will motivate him to continue investing in African youth and building institutions that can compete globally .