University of Maiduguri Vice-Chancellor Pays Courtesy Visit to Honourable Minister of Education

Professor Aliyu Shugaba, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Maiduguri, paid a courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, SAN, OON, on Wednesday. During the visit, Professor Shugaba extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Minister on behalf of the University of Maiduguri's Senate, staff, and students.

The Vice-Chancellor expressed his appreciation to the Minister for accommodating the delegation despite the short notice and the Minister's demanding schedule. He commended the Minister's well-deserved appointment by the President, highlighting the critical state of the educational sector and the trust placed in Professor Tahir Mamman's organizational abilities and competence to address the sector's challenges.

Professor Shugaba also emphasized the Minister's strong ties to the University of Maiduguri, where he previously served in various academic and administrative capacities, including as Head of Department, Dean of the Faculty of Law, and Dean of Students Affairs. The Vice-Chancellor lauded the Minister's contributions to the institution's growth and development during his tenure.

In closing, Professor Shugaba expressed his confidence that Professor Tahir Mamman would excel in his role and prayed for divine wisdom, courage, good health, and the strength of character to effectively fulfill his responsibilities.

The visit provided an opportunity for the Vice-Chancellor to discuss various matters of importance, marking a positive engagement between the University of Maiduguri and the Ministry of Education.