Niger State governor Mohamed Umaru Bago has approved the appointment of Professor Sulaiman Mohammed Hadi as the new vice chancellor of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai.
A statement issued by Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Abubakar Usman disclosed that the appointment of the new vice chancellor, Prof. Sulaiman Mohammed Hadi was predicated on merit, proven credentials, impeccable character, experience and outstanding performance in the screening and selection exercise conducted by the Governing Council.
The statement said the appointment was a significant move to strengthen academic leadership and institutional growth.
The statement added that Professor Sulaiman Mohammed Hadi is of the Department of Veterinary Anatomy, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria.
The SSG said in the statement that the appointment follows a rigorous selection process and is effective from Monday, February 17, 2025.
According to the SSG, “By virtue of your high-level engagements in the academia, we have no doubt you will bring your wealth of experience and administrative skills to bear in the discharge of your responsibilities.”
“The new vice chancellor is expected to develop a mechanism that will position the university to provide affordable quality education, conduct innovative research and attract scholars to help transform the university into a world class institution,” Usman stressed.
The SSG pointed out that the appointment of the new vice chancellor was a testament to the present administration’s commitment to excellence in education and the development of the state in general. The government is optimistic that under your leadership, IBB University, Lapai, will continue to thrive as a centre of academic excellence and innovation.
