Buhari also installed Benin Monarch, His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II as the fourth Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano State, North Western Nigeria.
He made the clarification during the seventh convocation of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti yesterday, insisting that he had fulfilled in his promises to Nigerians in these aspect among others.
In a statement by the monarch’s Chief Press Secretary, Iguobaro Osaigbovo in Benin City yesterday, Buhari revealed that the university “is indeed lucky to have a seasoned diplomat as its chancellor, assuring that the Oba would bring his wealth of experience to bear in discharging his duties.
Congratulating the Oba on the twin honour as the chancellor and award of Doctor of Law, the president said he had no doubt that the monarch is worthy of his calling, noting that the 46-year-old university would attain greater heights in the years to come.
He also promised to address the perimeter fencing of the University and appealed to the Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje to intervene in the crisis between neighbouring communities and the university over land encroachment.
According to him, “I officially congratulate his Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, the Oba of Benin, CRF for your well deserved appointment as Chancellor of Bayero University.
“There is no doubt that Bayero University is indeed lucky to have the Oba as its Chancellor. Oba Ewuare II is a man of great experience and a seasoned diplomat,” Buhari said.
In his address, the monarch pledged his commitment towards the advancement of teaching, learning and research in the institution.
He also promised to focus on attracting interventions to improve the fortunes of the institution through collaboration global competitiveness.
“Our resolve is to continue to do things that will take us to greater heights as we continue to leverage on the achievements made by our predecessors and its Management team, we will also take stock.”
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