IBB University Appoints ABU’s Prof. Sulaiman Hadi As New VC
Prof. Sulaiman Hadi has been has been confirmed as the newly approved vice-chancellor of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University Lapai, Niger State.
The appointment of Hadi, a professor from the department of Veterinary Anatomy under faculty of Veterinary medicine, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, was approved by the state governor, Umaru Bago.
According to a statement released to journalists on Thursday by Lawal Tanko, the information officer under SSG’S office said the appointment follows a rigorous process.
The statement partly reads, “The appointment follows a rigorous selection process and is effective from Monday, February 17, 2025”.
A statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Abubakar Usman, revealed that Prof. Hadi’s appointment as Vice Chancellor was based on merit, proven credentials, impeccable character, experience, and outstanding performance in the screening and selection exercise conducted by the Governing Council.
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 statement stated that 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.
The SSG pointed out that the appointment of the new Vice Chancellor, is a testament to the present administration’s commitment to excellence in education and the development of the State in general, adding Government is optimistic that under your leadership, IBB University, Lapai will continue to thrive as a center of academic excellence and innovation.
The appointment of Hadi who succeeded Prof. Abu Kasim, the erstwhile vice-chancellor of the university, is for a single term of five years.
IBB University Appoints ABU’s Prof. Sulaiman Hadi As New VC is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
