President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to eradicating terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping in Nigeria, assuring that these issues will soon be a thing of the past.
Speaking through a representative at the 9th convocation ceremony of the Federal University, Dutsinma, in Katsina, the President stressed that his administration is determined to address insecurity head-on.
He also emphasized that tackling insecurity is a collective responsibility, urging citizens to assist by providing valuable information to security operatives. Tinubu was represented by Professor Abdulkarim Mohammed, Vice Chancellor of the Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State, who called on Nigerians to support government efforts by reporting suspicious activities to authorities.
In addition, Tinubu encouraged the nation’s youth to take advantage of a loan scheme, which has seen over N70 billion disbursed, to aid their educational and entrepreneurial pursuits. He reiterated that governance is a collective effort, stating, “Governance is not about the presidency or those in places of leadership but about Nigeria and Nigerians, who will make the country better.”...Read Full Article [Click Here>]
During the ceremony, Vice Chancellor of the Federal University, Dutsinma, Professor Armaya’u Bichi, highlighted the institution’s primary challenge, noting that insecurity has been a persistent issue affecting the university. The university graduated 297 postgraduate students, including 18 Ph.D. holders, 226 Master’s degree recipients, and 53 with professional diplomas.
Representing Katsina Governor Dikko Umar Radda, Secretary to the State Government Abdullahi Garba Faskari outlined the state’s efforts to enhance access to quality education, noting that significant investments are underway to improve the educational landscape.