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KUST gets 87 projects in 7 years- VC
Mukhtar Yahya Usman
The Vice Chancellor, Kano University of Science and Technology Wudil (KUST), Shehu Alhaji Musa, says he has facilitated the execution of 87 projects in the institution within the period of seven years.
Kano Focus reports that the VC stated this during the handing over of 8 completed projects, sponsored by Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) to user departments of the university on Monday.
Mr Musa, a professor of agricultural engineering said 57 out of the 87 projects are physical, while 22 are mega which include procurement of equipment in faculities around the institution.
He added that the projects were executed by TETFUND and other development partners.
The VC also disclosed that the sum of N328 million had been expended on procurement of equipment in the university’s central laboratory.
He said three of the equipment would not be found anywhere in the country.
He also stated that the university had secured the approval of National Universities Commission (NUC) to run 25 more programmes, including two Post Graduate studies.
On the 8 projects handed over to the user departments, Mr Musa explained that they include three lavatories, four departments and a faculty.
According to him, the lavatory projects which were part of the Tetfund 2017 zonal interventions are solar control, with 24 hour electricity and water supply for use by the staff and students.
“We are also handing over the newly constructed department of Plant Science, department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, department of Animal Science, and also that of Crop Protection.
“The coming of these departments will complement our efforts and commitments in improving the Agricultural sector in the country, and also the provision of well experienced graduates.
According to him, the newly constructed department of Plant Science was part of the 2014 Tetfund special impact intervention to the university.
“Another complex project that we handed over was the Faculty of Engineering complex phase one, and we are planning to commence the construction of 1,000 capacity theater hall by,” He said.
The VC revealed that the University is expecting over N2.5 billion intervention from the Federal Ministry of agriculture and construction of two departments from the Minister of Defense.
He thanked Governor of Kano state, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, who is the visitor of the university, saying “the governor is always supportive. He is always there for us.”
“The governor has approved for the release of N445 million for the establishment of Faculty of Science and Technology in the university. We thank him for everything,” he said.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Kano State Commissioner of Finance and renowned academic, Professor Kabiru Isa Dandago.
KANO FOCUS reports that the governor’s reaction was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Director General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Kano.
Governor Yusuf described the late Prof. Dandago as a dedicated public servant and accomplished scholar whose contributions to education and governance left lasting footprints in Kano State.
He noted that the former finance commissioner served the state with integrity and commitment and was widely respected for his professionalism, humility and passion for knowledge.
According to the governor, Kano State has lost a valuable son whose experience and wisdom greatly enriched both public service and the academic community.
Governor Yusuf extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased, the academic community and the people of Kano State over what he described as an irreparable loss.
He prayed that Almighty Allah forgives the shortcomings of the late Prof. Dandago, grants him Aljannatul Firdaus and gives his family and loved ones the fortitude to bear the loss.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The National President of the Government Arabic Teachers College Gwale Old Students Association (GATCOSA), Professor Kabiru Isa Dandago, is dead.
KANO FOCUS reports that Prof. Dandago, a renowned Professor of Accountancy at Bayero University Kano, died on Wednesday evening. His passing has thrown the academic community and associates into mourning.
In a message shared on GATCOSA’s WhatsApp platform, a Director at the Kano State Ministry of Higher Education, Alhaji Nura Dandago, announced that the funeral prayer for the late professor would be held on Thursday at 9:00 a.m. at his residence in Rijiyar Zaki Quarters, Kano.
Until his death, Prof. Dandago served as the National President of GATCOSA and was widely respected for his contributions to education and public service. He previously served as Commissioner for Finance in Kano State during the administration of former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
Just last Saturday, the late academic presented a paper on economic challenges in Northern Nigeria at a Ramadan Lecture organised by the Islamic Forum of Nigeria, where he spoke passionately about strategies for economic reform and regional development.
Colleagues and admirers described Prof. Dandago as a dedicated scholar and public servant who was deeply committed to building a prosperous and self-reliant nation. His death marks the end of a distinguished career in academia and public service.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The basketball team of Bayero University Kano (BUK) has emerged champions of the Northwest 3×3 Basketball Championship hosted by Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria.
KANO FOCUS reports that the victorious team presented the championship trophy to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Haruna Musa, following their impressive performance at the tournament, which featured six universities from across Northern Nigeria.
BUK went unbeaten throughout the competition, winning all six matches and sealing the title with a thrilling 20–18 victory over the host institution, ABU Zaria, in the final.
In the group stage, BUK recorded a 10–0 win against Northwest University, Kano, and defeated the Air Force Institute of Technology 33–20. The team also edged the Federal University of Education, Kano, 11–9, before securing another dominant 10–0 victory over the Federal University of Transportation, Daura. They capped their remarkable run with the narrow 20–18 triumph in the final.
The victory marks BUK’s second championship title in the history of the competition, reinforcing the university’s growing reputation in collegiate sports.
Receiving the team, the Vice-Chancellor congratulated the athletes for bringing pride to the institution and urged them to sustain and surpass their current achievements. He reaffirmed the management’s commitment to strengthening sports development in the university and pledged continued institutional and individual support for the players’ sporting careers.
The presentation ceremony concluded with the formal handover of the trophy and cash rewards to the athletes in recognition of their discipline, teamwork and excellence.
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