14/08/2026
SAZU POLITICAL Science5 STUDENTS UNDERTAKE EDUCATIONAL VISITS TO DEFENCE MINISTRY, NILDS IN ABUJA
Students of the Department of Political Science, Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), have embarked on educational visits to the Federal Ministry of Defence and the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) in Abuja as part of efforts to expose them to practical aspects of governance, national security and democratic institutions.
The delegation, comprising students and staff of the Department, was led by the Director, Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Centre for Peace and Security Studies, Dr Yusuf Musa Yahaya.
At the Federal Ministry of Defence, the delegation was received by the Permanent Secretary, who welcomed the students and provided insights into the Ministry’s responsibilities and Nigeria’s defence and security architecture. The visit featured a presentation by officials of the Ministry, followed by an interactive session during which the students asked questions and received responses from the Permanent Secretary.
The delegation also visited the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), where they held a fruitful engagement with the Director of Research, Dr Christopher O. Ngara.
The interaction focused on Nigeria’s legislative and democratic processes, research and the role of young people in strengthening democratic governance. Dr Ngara responded to questions from the students and encouraged them to take their academic pursuits seriously, stressing the importance of knowledge, discipline and active engagement in understanding the affairs of the nation.
The educational visits provided the students with valuable opportunities to connect classroom knowledge with real-world institutions and practices, further enriching their understanding of political science, public administration, national security and democratic governance.
The initiative reflects Sa’adu Zungur University’s commitment to providing students with practical learning experiences that complement classroom instruction and prepare them for meaningful contributions to national development.