Historic Convocation: FUGA Honours Sen. Oluremi,Gov. Buni with Honorary Doctorates

The Federal University Gashua has marked a significant milestone in its history with the holding of its maiden combined convocation ceremony. 

The ceremony, which honored 3,449 graduates from four faculties of the university, was graced by the Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, who was among the six distinguished individuals conferred with honorary doctorate degrees.

The honorary doctorate degrees were conferred on Governor Mai Mala Buni, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawal, Alhaji Bukar Goni Aji, and Justice C.G. Wajid Muhammad, the Emir of Lafia.

In his remarks, Governor Buni congratulated the university's governing council, management, staff, and students on this historic occasion.

He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for establishing the Nigerian Education Loans Fund (NELFUND) and encouraged state tertiary institutions to explore entrepreneurial education to create employment opportunities for the youth.

The governor also expressed the state government's willingness to partner with the university to support the development of its students. 

Earlier in her speech,the Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof. Maimuna Waziri, described the event as a celebration of academic achievement, institutional growth, and resilience at Federal University Gashua. 

"The ceremony marked a significant milestone for Federal University Gashua, highlighting the importance of collaboration and support from various stakeholders in achieving the university's vision. 

"With its maiden combined convocation ceremony, the university looks forward to a bright future ahead, driven by its commitment to academic excellence and community development,"she added.