President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna, marking a significant step towards addressing educational and developmental needs in the region.
Vice President Kashim Shettima, who revealed this, also disclosed that there are ongoing discussions to establish a Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan, Kaduna State.
Shettima gave the hint at the weekend during a condolence visit to the Kukah family on the death of His Highness, Yohanna Sidi Kukah, the Agwom Akulu of Ikulu Chiefdom and family member of Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, in Ikulu Kingdom, Kamuru, Zangon Kataf council area of Kaduna State.
According to a statement issued on Monday by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Office of the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima said: “with Senator Katung and the member of the House of Representatives, we have reached out to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and he has consented to the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna”.
Speaking at the residence of the late traditional ruler, the Vice President emphasized the commitment of the President Tinubu administration to the development of Southern Kaduna, citing the appointment of General Christopher Musa as Chief of Defence Staff as evidence of the President’s attention to the security needs of the region.
“Be rest assured that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has the people of Kaduna and the people of Southern Kaduna at heart,” he stated.
Shettima also commended Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, for his inclusive governance approach, stating that “government is about linking all component parts to have a sense of belonging.”
He pledged that the federal government will work with the state government to ensure development reaches Southern Kaduna, particularly in road infrastructure.
UNIBEN vice-chancellor Advised to enhance University’s Ranking
The Benin Consultative Forum has charged Edoba Omoregie, the new vice-chancellor of the University of Benin, with enhancing the ranking of UNIBEN as a premier institution.
President of the forum, Solomon Arase, a former inspector general of police, gave the charge at the formal unveiling of the BCF at a dinner on Sunday night.
The forum also used the moment to honour the duo of Mr Omoregie and Samson Osagie, newly appointed attorney general and commissioner for justice.
Mr Arase, however, expressed confidence in the new vice-chancellor’s ability to rally stakeholders and sustain the institution’s excellence.
The BCF president also praised Mr Osagie’s appointment, describing him as a beacon of hope for justice and fairness in the state.
According to him, Mr Osagie’s legacy of integrity and dedication would undoubtedly uphold the principles of justice and promote equity and progress.
He explained that BCF aims to work for the unity, empowerment and collective progress of the people of Benin and Edo in general.
Messrs Omoregie and Osagie assured the audience of their commitment to delivering on their new assignments for the benefit of Nigerians. They underscored the need for the people of Benin to unite, nurture ideas, strengthen bonds, and work together towards a more progressive Edo nation.
