Monday, November 4, 2024- President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to eradicating terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping in Nigeria, assuring that these issues will soon be a thing of the past.
Speaking through a representative at the 9th convocation ceremony of the
Federal University, Dutsinma, in Katsina, the President stressed that his
administration is determined to address insecurity head-on.
He also emphasized that tackling insecurity is a collective
responsibility, urging citizens to assist by providing valuable information to
security operatives. Tinubu was represented by Professor Abdulkarim Mohammed,
Vice Chancellor of the Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State, who called on
Nigerians to support government efforts by reporting suspicious activities to
authorities.
In addition, Tinubu encouraged the nation’s youth to take advantage of a
loan scheme, which has seen over N70 billion disbursed, to aid their
educational and entrepreneurial pursuits. He reiterated that governance is a
collective effort, stating, “Governance is not about the presidency or those in
places of leadership but about Nigeria and Nigerians, who will make the country
better.”
During the ceremony, Vice Chancellor of the Federal University,
Dutsinma, Professor Armaya’u Bichi, highlighted the institution’s primary
challenge, noting that insecurity has been a persistent issue affecting the
university. The university graduated 297 postgraduate students, including 18
Ph.D. holders, 226 Master's degree recipients, and 53 with professional
diplomas.
Representing Katsina Governor Dikko Umar Radda, Secretary to the State
Government Abdullahi Garba Faskari outlined the state’s efforts to enhance
access to quality education, noting that significant investments are underway
to improve the educational landscape.
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