FUD Alumni Lauds VC, NUC On Approval Of 26 New Programmes
By MUHAMMAD NASIR BASHIR
THE Federal University Dutse (FUD) Alumni Association, has congratulated the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Abdulkarim Sabo over the Nigerian Universities Commission’s (NUC) approval of 26 new academic programmes for the institution.
This is contained in a statement by Mr. Bashir Kassim, the President of the association, and made available to newsmen in Dutse, on Tuesday.
Kassim also congratulated Sabo over the Tertiary Education Trust Fund’s (TETFund) ₦1 billion grant to the university to establish innovation hubs.
“The FUD Alumni Association, under the leadership of Comrade Bashir kassim, proudly congratulates the VC, Prof. Abdulkarim Sabo and his principal officers, on the recent NUC’s approval of 26 new academic programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels,” Kassim said.
He said that the remarkable milestone reflected the VC’s visionary leadership, the strategic foresight of the Directorate of Academic Planning and Quality Assurance, as well as the dedication of the units in the university.
He said that the development was a significant stride that would broaden academic opportunities and enhance the university’s competitiveness on a national and global scale.
“Furthermore, the Alumni Association extends its heartfelt congratulations to the Vice-Chancellor and the entire university community on the award of ₦1 billion by the Federal Government for the establishment of innovation hubs and technology parks.
“This outstanding achievement will serve as a catalyst for technological innovation, research, and entrepreneurship, solidifying FUD’s status as a forward-thinking institution.
“As a body committed to the sustained growth and prestige of our alma mater, we are confident that these achievements will inspire a new era of excellence.
“We envision a future where FUD graduates evolve into job creators, innovators, and solution providers, contributing immensely to national development,” he said.
Kassim commended the VC, the University Governing Council, and the management team for their focused and purposeful leadership.
He noted that the university was steadily rising to meet international benchmarks in teaching, research and innovation.
The FUD alumni president expressed their appreciation to the NUC and TETFund for their continued trust and investment in the university.
He urged the current and prospective students to continue to choose the university “as a thriving environment of academic distinction, where future leaders and innovators are nurtured.”
(NAN)
