UNIABUJA VC Congratulates Emir Gambari as 5th Chancellor of BUK

He stated, “On behalf of the entire University of Abuja community, I wish to congratulate you on your appointment as the fifth Chancellor of Bayero University Kano and your forthcoming investiture on Saturday, 2nd March, 2024."

Feb 21, 2024 - 13:07 Updated: Feb 21, 2024 - 16:44

UNIABUJA VC Congratulates Emir Gambari as 5th Chancellor of BUK

The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Abuja (Uniabuja), Professor Abdul-Rasheed Na’Allah, has extended congratulations to the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, on his appointment as the fifth Chancellor of Bayero University Kano (BUK). The installation ceremony is scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 2, 2024.

In a press release issued by the acting Director of Information and University Relations at Uniabuja, Dr. Habib Yakoob, Professor Na’Allah expressed confidence in the emir's exceptional leadership qualities, describing the appointment as well-deserved.

He stated, “On behalf of the entire University of Abuja community, I wish to congratulate you on your appointment as the fifth Chancellor of Bayero University Kano and your forthcoming investiture on Saturday, 2nd March, 2024."

Na’Allah further highlighted the emir’s distinguished service, commitment to advancing knowledge, and track record of leadership abilities, emphasizing his significant contributions to the educational landscape of the nation.

Since his installation as the 11th Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Sulu-Gambari has previously served as Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, and the University of Agriculture, Makurdi, Benue State, before his recent redeployment to BUK.