BY: ABDULKADIR M LAWAN, MAY 07, 2026/ 11:41PM
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for establishing the Federal University of Agriculture and Entrepreneurship in Bama.
Speaking in Abuja on Thursday after meeting the minister of education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, Gov. Zulum said the quick appointment of the university’s principal officers shows Tinubu’s commitment to education in Borno and the entire North-East.
He listed the new appointees as Prof. Tijjani Kalli, Vice Chancellor; Abba Kaka, Registrar; Bashir Subaru, Bursar; and Aishatu Halilu, Librarian.
The governor assured the minister that Borno State will provide full support to ensure the university starts academic activities smoothly.
He added that the institution will boost agriculture, entrepreneurship, innovation, and human capital development in the region.