Sokoto State University has welcomed a new era of leadership as Prof. Mohammed Bello Yerima took over as the Acting Vice-Chancel...
Sokoto State University has welcomed a new era of leadership as Prof. Mohammed Bello Yerima took over as the Acting Vice-Chancellor, succeeding Prof. Bashir Garba, MFR, who will assume duty as the Vice-Chancellor of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto.
The handing over/taking over ceremony, which was held on Monday, August 26, 2024, at the Senate Chamber, marked a significant milestone in the history of the University.
In his taking-over speech, Prof. Yerima expressed his commitment to building on the achievements of his predecessor, promising to work diligently toward uplifting the status of the institution. He emphasized the importance of teamwork, open communication, and staff welfare.
Prof. Yerima also reiterated his commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the entire University community and adopting an open-door policy to encourage staff input.
He thanked the Visitor to the University, His Excellency, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, FCNA, Ph.D. , Governor, Sokoto State for finding him worthy of appointment and promised to justify the confidence reposed in him.
The outgoing Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Garba, thanked the entire members of the University community for their support and cooperation during his tenure, urging them to express the same to his successor.
He highlighted some of the achievements recorded, including the completion of several infrastructural projects and securing full NUC accreditation for 18 undergraduate programmes.
The Hon. Commissioner for Higher Education, represented by Alh. Abubakar Muhammad Gagi assured the
University of the state government's support and collaboration to improve tertiary education in Sokoto State.
Prof. Attahiru Ahmad Sifawa, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), offered goodwill messages to both Vice-Chancellors, wishing them success in their new roles. He expressed optimism that the duo have all the potential to carry out their new assignments.
The ceremony marked a new chapter in the history of Sokoto State University and Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, as they continue to strive for excellence in education and research.
Zayyanu Shehu
Information Officer
26th August, 2024
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