By Idris Salisu, Gusau
Professor Tukur Adamu has assumed office as the new Vice Chancellor of the Federal University Gusau (FUG), pledging to take the institution to greater heights and ensure adequate security for students and staff.
Speaking during a colourful handover ceremony, the new Vice Chancellor promised to prioritise the safety of the university community and sustain a conducive environment for teaching and learning.
In his maiden address, Professor Adamu assured that his administration would consolidate ongoing projects initiated by his predecessor, Professor Mu’azu Abubakar Gusau.
He commended the outgoing Vice Chancellor for executing developmental projects that strengthened the institution and enhanced its security architecture.
“I am taking over a fenced institution with several constructed monitoring towers that provide a clear view of every part of the campus for security purposes, as well as trenches surrounding it. The tempo will be sustained under my administration,” he said.
Professor Adamu further praised his predecessor for fostering strong collaboration with security agencies, which helped make the university environment safer and more conducive to academic activities.
“The outgoing Vice Chancellor has visibly uplifted the integrity of the university by securing a conducive environment for teaching and learning, making the institution a difficult target for bandits who previously disrupted academic activities. There would have been no education without a well-secured environment,” he added.
In his remarks, the outgoing Vice Chancellor, Professor Mu’azu Abubakar Gusau, reflected on his five-year tenure, noting that he met the university in a challenging condition.
“I met the university largely undeveloped and financially strained to the extent that the management had to borrow to run its affairs. However, upon assuming office as substantive Vice Chancellor five years ago, we stopped borrowing and introduced several revenue-generating initiatives,” he said.
Professor Mu’azu expressed confidence in his successor, revealing that they both attended Science Secondary School Gusau in the 1970s, where Professor Adamu was his senior.
“Today, I am leaving the university in an excellent position and handing over to someone I know and trust,” he stated.
He highlighted key achievements of his administration, including the construction of lecture theatres, a state-of-the-art library, and other teaching and learning facilities aimed at promoting academic excellence and contributing to societal development.
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