Tinubu renames Azare varsity after late islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi
By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the renaming of the Federal University of Medical Sciences, Azare, to Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi University of Medical Sciences, Azare.
The change honours the legacy of the late Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, a highly respected Islamic scholar and elder statesman who passed away in 2025. He was widely known for his vast teachings, philanthropic works, and efforts in promoting peace.
The presidential announcement directs all relevant government agencies and the institution’s leadership to ensure a smooth transition to the new name.
The university, located in Bauchi State, specializes in medical and health sciences education.