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Borno state University to produce first set of graduates this academic year
Borno state University to produce first set of graduates this academic year
By: Bodunrin Kayode
The Vice Chancellor Borno State University (BOSU) Professor Umar Sandabe has said that that his university will produce its first set of graduates by the end of this academic year.
He gave the assurance recently during the fourth matriculation ceremony of new students for the 2022/2023 academic session.
The Vice Chancellor, said he was excited about the fast rate of development that has taken place within the last four years adding that the institution commenced academic sessions during the 2019/2020 session with only 647 students in four faculties but has grown far bigger than the expectations of the founders.
The fourth matriculation he pointed out, signifies growth and that the University now has students across all levels in various departments.
He disclosed that, the National University Commission (NUC) has given full accreditation to 28 programs out of the thirty presented, while two got interim accreditation in the on going accreditation exercise it conducted last year.
Sandabe said that as the university prepares to graduate its pioneer students this year, all hands are on deck to ensure that BOSU produced men and women of valor that would excel in their respective field of studies and contribute positively to the growth and development of the state and the country at large.
Prof. Sandabe then advised the newly matriculated students to imbibe learning and reading culture, discipline themselves, and strive for excellence, and to avoid anti social behaviors contrary to the expectations on campus.
Professor Umar Sandabe noted that the university is a citadel of learning and therefore immoral and unethical behaviors contrary to campus norms will not be tolerated by management.
On security, the VC maintained that adequate security measures are in place to ensure safety for all students regardless of where they are studying at any time.
Sandabe added that, the university provides free shuttle bus service to encourage students to and from campus especially with the removal of petrol subsidy which has led to increase in transportation in the country.
The VC commended the Governor of Borno State, Prof. Babagana Zulum whose commitment to the ideals and objectives of the university, is untiring and has made them to achieve most of their goals in a short time.
The University Registrar, Zanna Kashim administered the oaths on over 2,674 students at the ceremony which took place at the University’s main campus and witnessed by other management staff including the DVC Admin, Prof. Fanna Abdurrahman, DVC Academics Prof. Haruna Dlakwa.
Also present were the Chairman Governing Council Dr Muhammadu Indimi, represented by a council member Prof. Abubakar Mustapha, the VC University of Maiduguri, Prof. Aliyu Shugaba represented by DVC Admin, Prof. Muh’d Mele, the CMD UMTH Prof. Ahmed Ahijo represented by the Deputy CMAC (Research and Ethics) Prof. Faruk Baba, permanent secretary Ministry of Higher Education Dr. Shettima Maina, Representative of the Ministry of Finance and Budget, District Head of Auno, Director/CEO Nigeria Arabic Village Ngala Prof. Ibrahim Muhammad and Representative of JAMB among others.
Borno state University to produce first set of graduates this academic year
UNIMAID Student Drowns in Gwange River, Another Rescued
By: Zagazola Makama
A tragic drowning incident has claimed the life of a University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) student, while another was rescued after they went swimming at the Gwange River Bank in Maiduguri.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on March 14, 2025, around 7:00 p.m., when two UNIMAID students, identified as Abafras Abdiel from the Department of Forestry and Silas Sule from the Department of Geology, went to the Gwange River Bank behind ECWA Church for a swim.
While diving, both students drowned in the river, prompting an emergency response. A combined rescue team, including the police, divers, and fire service personnel, was immediately mobilized to the scene.
The rescue team managed to retrieve both victims and rushed them to the State Specialist Hospital, Maiduguri. While Abafras Abdiel was admitted for treatment, Silas Sule was unfortunately certified dead by doctors. His body has since been deposited at the hospital for autopsy and further investigations.
The authorities have urged students and residents to exercise caution when engaging in activities near water bodies, especially during the dry season, when river currents can be unpredictable.
UNIMAID Student Drowns in Gwange River, Another Rescued
Federal University Gusau: A 300-level student died in a bandit’s den in Zamfara
By: Our Reporter
This is truly heartbreaking. Zarah Abubakar Shehu, a 21-year-old 300-level student at Federal University Gusau, was abducted along with her two siblings by bandits in the early hours of Sunday, November 3, 2024, from their home in the Damba area of Gusau, Zamfara State.
The kidnappers initially demanded a ransom of ₦35 million for their release. After much struggle, the family managed to gather ₦10 million, which the kidnappers agreed to accept. However, even after receiving the money, they still refused to release Zarah. Instead, they demanded four motorcycles (Boza) and four cartons of engine oil.
Zarah and her siblings spent four months in captivity. When all the items were finally gathered, the kidnappers’ leader was informed. He then called his men to check on the captives. To everyone’s horror, his men responded that only two children remained; one of them, Zarah, had passed away and had already been buried two days earlier.
Zarah was the only daughter of her mother, making her loss even more devastating. Her passing is not just a tragedy for her family but a heartbreaking reflection of the ongoing insecurity in Zamfara State and the pain that countless families endure.
Federal University Gusau: A 300-level student died in a bandit’s den in Zamfara
Gunmen Kidnap Four Students in Katsina State
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected armed bandits have abducted four students from Paris Quarters, behind the Federal University, Dutsinma, in Katsina State, security sources told Zagazola Makama on Sunday.
The attack occurred at about 2:20 a.m. on Sunday, when the assailants, reportedly in large numbers, quietly invaded the area and whisked away four individuals.
The victims have been identified as Wali Kayode (25), Fahad Muhammad (20), Emmanuel (surname unknown), and another yet-to-be-identified person.
Security operatives were mobilized to the scene immediately after receiving a distress call but the bandits had fled.
Security sources said that Efforts are ongoing to track down the kidnappers and rescue the victims safely.
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