Vice-President Kashim Shettima has commended Bayero University,Kano(BUK) for providing quality education to Nigerians over the years.
Shettima made the commendation while declaring open the BUK Class of 2004 Reunion at the university’s Main Campus on Saturday.
He also lauded the university for its track record of unbiased admission policy across the country devoid of religion and ethnicity.
He was represented by Nurudeen Zauro, Technical Adviser to the President on Development Finance and Financial Inclusion.
The vice-president said:”Contributions of BUK in providing quality education for all Nigerians and its track record of unbiased admission policy devoid of religion and ethnicity are really commendable.
“We however have some challenges which underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions to address the systemic inequalities faced by women and other marginalised groups,” Shettima said.
According to him, with every challenge comes an opportunity, adding, “with you as Ambassadors, we can leverage strengths, resources, networks, and technical expertise.
”This is to develop innovative solutions, and this is precisely why we participate in today’s reunion.
”I therefore implore all of us to contribute towards making our country great again.”
Tinubu said the President Bola Tinubu’s administration recognised that government efforts alone could not achieve the myriad of economic potential of Nigeria.
He added,”Consequently, this gathering emphasises the critical role of future leaders and partners, particularly from the private sector.
”This is in ensuring the successful implementation and sustainability of our programs, projects, and initiatives.
“We seek your collaboration and contributions, guided by an evidence-based approach to identify new programmes and policies that will drive impactful change.
”All these are in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“Let us seize this opportunity to exchange best practices, design innovative strategies, and explore groundbreaking/emerging opportunities such as technologies that can drive meaningful change.”
Shettima called for collective efforts to define and strengthen roles, establish impactful partnerships, and create unique, community-driven initiatives and interventions.
“We also call for firm commitment and support for our shared vision of this administration as we remain steadfast in our commitment to translating the outcomes of this reunion into tangible actions,” he added.
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