The Committee of Vice Chancellors of Federal Universities (CVCFU) has elected, the Vice Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas as its new Chairman.
Professor Abbas, takes over from Professor Lilian Salami, the Vice Chancellor of University of Benin who completed her tenure recently.
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This is contained in a statement by the Deputy Registrar, Head of Public Affairs, Lamara Garba on behalf of the Registrar of the university, a copy of which was made available to our reporter on Sunday.
Until his election, Professor Abbas served as an alternate chairman from 2022.
“This election is in recognition of Professor Abbas’s tireless efforts and commitment to the development of education in Nigeria. Under his leadership, BUK has undergone significant transformations, earning it an enviable status among Nigerian universities,” Garba said.
As the 11th substantive Vice Chancellor of BUK, Professor Abbas has demonstrated exceptional administrative and academic prowess. His vision for a world-class university has driven innovative initiatives, fostering excellence in research, teaching, and community service.
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The CVC recognizes Professor Abbas’s outstanding contributions to the Nigerian education sector and looks forward to his strategic guidance in advancing the committee’s objectives.
It is expected that Professor Abbas’s leadership will propel the committee to greater heights, promoting collaboration and excellence among the universities.
The inauguration of BUK VC as CVC Chairman marks a new chapter in the association’s history, and the organization is eager to leverage his expertise to address the challenges and opportunities facing Nigerian higher education.
In his speech shortly after their inauguration, Professor Abbas promised to work for the progress of the association.
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He also appealed to members to support him with a view to ensuring progress and development. He expressed delight for the confidence reposed in him and vowed not to disappoint their expectations.
The new CVC Chairman, a fellow of Mathematical Association of Nigeria, was a one time Special Assistant to a former Minister of Education, Prof Ruqayyatu Ahmed Rufai. He was instrumental to many positive reforms introduced in the education sector.
