Gov Dauda Lawal’s consistent goodwill towards ABU a reference point – Vice-Chancellor
The Vice-Chancellor, Ahmadu Bello University, Prof Adamu Ahmed, says the consistent goodwill of His Excellency, Dauda Lawal, the Executive Governor of Zamfara State, towards the university reflects his abiding respect for his alma mater.
According to him, Lawal’s tremendous support to ABU became a reference point for how every alumnus should relate with his or her alma mater with gratitude, generosity, and purpose.
Governor Dauda Lawal is a distinguished alumus of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, where he had both BSc and MSc all in Political Science in 1988 and 1991 respectively.
The Vice-Chancellor spoke when he led a delegation from the institution on a courtesy visit to the governor in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital, on Friday, 31st October, 2025.
Prof Ahmed noted that Lawal had continued to demonstrate that true loyalty to one’s alma mater was not measured by words but by genuine commitment and tangible contributions.
“We are deeply grateful, not only for this warm reception, but also for your numerous and unsolicited acts of support to Ahmadu Bello University”, he said.
The Vice-Chancellor also stated that Gov Lawal’s gesture, as always, reflected his deep humility, openness, and abiding respect for the university that helped shape his remarkable leadership journey.
Ahmed declared that a new Zamfara with hope, progress, and prosperity was emerging under Gov Lawal’s stewardship.
“Your Excellency, Zamfara has often been described as a ‘State of missed opportunities’, just as our dear country, Nigeria, has at times appeared as a nation of unfulfilled dreams.
“But your administration’s strides in the last two years – your courage, vision, and focused leadership – stand as a powerful affirmation that change is possible”, he stated.
The Vice-Chancellor expressed confidence that the foundation the governor was laying would reposition the state as a beacon of development and peace in northern Nigeria and beyond.
The university, according to him, took immense pride in his accomplishments and pray for his continued success in steering the affairs of the state.
He assured the governor of ABU’s readiness to support his government in any way he might so desire, be it in the areas of education, research, policy formulation, or technical partnership.
“As your alma mater, our doors remain open, and our intellectual resources available, to complement your efforts in driving the development agenda of Zamfara State”, he said.
Responding, His Excellency, Gov Dauda Lawal, expressed gratitude to the Vice-Chancellor and members of his entourage for the visit, saying he would continue to tap from ABU expertise in developing the state.
Gov Lawal described the Vice-Chancellor’s remarks as encouraging, which according to him, would spur him to do more for the good people of Zamfara State and humanity.
Lawal pointed out that he was fully aware of ABU’s numerous challenges and urged the university to count on his unwavering support towards addressing such challenges.
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Public Affairs Directorate,
Office of the Vice-Chancellor,
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (AHW)
Friday, 31st October, 2025
