The vice chancellor of Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU) Bauchi, Prof Fatimah Tahir, has assured that the university will no longer compromise on academic excellence, saying that the institution is committed to high-quality research and academic rigour.
She stated that the university will invest heavily in research infrastructure and capacity building to ensure its researchers have the resources to produce high-quality work.
She said, “This investment is expected to yield groundbreaking research that addresses real-world problems and creates economic and social value.”
Speaking during a workshop for the academic staff on Writing Grant-Winning Concept Notes and Proposals organised by Centre of Excellence for Research and Innovation in collaboration with Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Tahir emphasized that the institution will not settle for being perceived as “easy” but instead will strive for excellence in all aspects of its operations.
She said, “We don’t want students subscribing to our University because we are easy; we want students to subscribe to our university because we are excellent, and one of the ways that we can show the world that we are excellent is by the excellent research work that comes out of our university.”
She noted that the institution is committed to producing research that is impactful, innovative, and relevant to the needs of society.
This commitment to excellence is expected to elevate the university’s reputation and attract top talent from around the world.
She noted that students will benefit from rigorous and challenging courses that prepare them for success in their chosen fields.
According to her, the university’s focus on academic rigour is expected to produce graduates equipped to positively impact society.
Professor Tahir’s statement is a call to action for the university community to strive for excellence in their work. She noted that the university’s commitment to excellence will require hard work, dedication, and a willingness to embrace new ideas and approaches.
“As the university embarks on this new era of excellence, students, faculty, and partners can expect a renewed focus on academic rigour, innovation, and impact,” she said.
