Jonathan Appoints Sanusi UNIBEN Pro-chancellor

President Jonathan has appointed Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II of Kano State (Sanusi Lamido Sanusi) a the Pro-chancellor of the University of Benin, Edo State.

He was nominated the pro-chancellor of the University of Benin, Edo state.
Emir of Kano received his letter of appointment from Ibrahim Shekarau, the minister of education.
Sanusi, after receiving the letter, said doing good always has its benefits.
He clarified: “I’m saying this because as the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria then, I came to the rescue of the university by spending N500 million to construct a bridge yearned for by the university for over 30 years.
“If at that time one told me I would reap the reward of that job almost immediately I would not agree, but today, in Allah’s favour, I’m being appointed the pro-chancellor of the university, something that is telling one that he should always think of being good not only to his close people but to everybody far and near.”
The Emir of Kano warned the Buhari administration against launching too many universities. Sanusi said what the country needs today is quality education that will lead to much needed development.
Sanusi pointed out that it was not the number of universities that determined development in a nation but the quality of the education in such a country. Therefore, to succeed, government in Nigeria should endeavour to do all it can to enable the Nigeria education sector to receive the attention that would help increase the productivity of the nation.
He expressed concern that a greater part of the university graduates today do not have the obligatory skills to contribute or participate fully in the development of Nigeria.
Emir Sanusi added that something very quickly should be done to tackle the unfortunate situation.

Sanusi Lamido Sanusi became the new Emir of Kano almost a year ago.
Rabiu Kwankwaso, the Kano state governor, said the former Central Bank Governor was edged by four kingmakers from the Kano Emirate.
Emir of Kano is also known for his active position on the Boko Haram insurgency. He has challenged every Muslim leader in the country to speak up so as to put an end to the menace of the insurgency in the country. Sanusi also called on Nigerians to guard themselves in the war against Boko Haram.

Covenant University To Issue Lecture Tablets To Its Students

The authorities of Covenant University, has announced to the excitement of its students that it will be launching a program that will see every student owning a lecture tablet.

Though the ban on the use of mobile phones and SIM enabled devices has not been lifted, the authorities say they have come up with a means of dealing with the fall out of using the lecture tabs.

According to techmoran, the tablets will come pre-loaded with course outline that are relevant to the Universities programs of study.

It will also contain library materials and tutorial questions. The lecture tablets have also been configured to restrict students from making calls.

Sources say the study materials in the lecture tablet will be refreshed every semester.

SUSPENSION OF STUDENTS' UNION ELECTIONS

       UNIUYO STUDENTS’ UNION ELECTIONS SUSPENDED

The Management of the University of Uyo has suspended the 2014\2015 session Students’ Elections until further notice.

A suspension order signed by the Registrar of the University, Mrs Edak Umondak which was handed over to all students and members of the university community in a letter dated April 22, 2015 with Reference No. UU\REG\DAA\159\Vol.29\73 reads :

“The University Management has directed the suspension until further notice, the on-going processes, which was to culminate in the 2014\2015 session Students’ Union Elections.

“The reason for the suspension, is based on the fact that the atmosphere is not conducive for elections, as some issues have been raised by students’ of the Faculty of Engineering vide a letter dated 22 April 2015 and signed by 136 students’ of the Faculty. All issues raised by the students have to be investigated to avoid any wrong interpretation.

“Management has consequently decided that on-going processes be suspended to allow proper investigation into the issues raised by these students and for appropriate action to be taken.

“The Vice-Chancellor on behalf of the Management has therefore appealed to all parties concerned to remain calm until issues raised are appropriately addressed. All students’ are also advised to go about their usual routines peacefully and resist any form of temptation to engage in acts that may lead to a breakdown of law and order. Students are particularly advised to maintain the peace in campus.”

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