By Uzair Adam
Vice President Kashim Shettima has commended Bayero University, Kano (BUK), for its commitment to delivering quality education and maintaining equitable admission practices over the years.
The vice president, represented by Dr. Nurudeen Zauro, Technical Adviser to the President on Development Finance and Financial Inclusion, gave the commendation while inaugurating the BUK Class of 2004 Reunion at the university’s Main Campus on Saturday.
He praised BUK for its longstanding reputation for unbiased admission policies, emphasizing that the university has consistently offered opportunities to students regardless of religious or ethnic backgrounds.
“The contributions of Bayero University, Kano, in providing quality education for all Nigerians and its track record of equitable admission policies are truly commendable,” Shettima stated.
Highlighting some challenges faced by marginalized groups, including women, he underscored the need for innovative interventions to address systemic inequalities.
He urged participants at the reunion to leverage their expertise, networks, and resources to foster impactful solutions.
Shettima added, “With every challenge comes an opportunity. Together, as ambassadors of this institution, we can develop groundbreaking strategies and drive meaningful change. That is the essence of today’s reunion.”
The vice president reiterated the Tinubu administration’s commitment to collaboration with private sector stakeholders to achieve sustainable development.
He stressed that government efforts alone could not unlock Nigeria’s full economic potential.
“This gathering highlights the pivotal role of future leaders and partners in ensuring the successful implementation of our initiatives. Let us seize this moment to exchange ideas, design innovative strategies, and explore emerging opportunities, particularly in technology, to create lasting impacts,” he noted.
Shettima called for collective efforts to define impactful roles, establish partnerships, and implement community-driven initiatives.
He urged attendees to support the administration’s vision and transform the outcomes of the reunion into tangible results aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
“We remain committed to translating these discussions into actions that will benefit our communities and the nation at large,” he concluded.