The Vice Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Kaduna State, Prof. Adamu Ahmed, has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to mentoring future Nigerian leaders. Ahmed spoke at the weekend during the maiden edition of “Lunch With the Vice Chancellor – An ABU Future Leaders’ Forum,” as part of the university’s 63rd anniversary celebrations.
The vice chancellor said the programme aimed to nurture the next generation of leaders for Nigeria, embodying knowledge, character, and responsibility.
He noted that ABU has produced many leaders, citing the institution’s alumni who have become presidents, vice presidents, state governors, ministers, and renowned professionals in various fields
Ahmed expressed pleasure in interacting with the students.
He expressed appreciation to the guest speaker and Chairman of Alternative Bank and Ahmed Zakari & Company, Mr. Muhtar Bakare, the generous sponsor of the programme, for their contributions to the event.
“We are determined to help you carry the responsibility of leading Nigeria with courage and vision,” Ahmed told the students. “As the African proverb says, ‘The youth can walk faster, but the elders know the road.’
“May today give you both the speed and the direction to lead Nigeria into a greater future.”
The “Lunch with the Vice Chancellor,” the first programme out of many outlined to mark the ABU’s 63rd anniversary celebrations slated for October 4, is designed to provide a platform for students to interact with the university management and learn from distinguished guests.
The institution said the programme would be held twice yearly, to produce the next generation of leaders committed to Nigeria’s growth and sustainable development.
