Nasarawa State University, Keffi

29/05/2026

Sallah Homage: VC’s Office Staff, Felicitate with Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman

In the warm spirit of the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, the staff of the Vice-Chancellor’s office, on Thursday, 28th May 2026, paid a traditional Sallah homage to the first family of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK).

The festive visit was organized to celebrate the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha with the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, and to utilize the solemn period to seek Almighty Allah’s continued guidance, wisdom, and protection for the leadership and sustained success of the University.

The Vice-Chancellor’s residence witnessed a robust gathering of student leaders and senior academic staff who also arrived to extend their goodwill messages to the Vice-Chancellor.

The delegation included the Executive Committee of the Postgraduate Students Association (POSA) led by its Pioneer President, Dr. Abimiku Monday, Dr. Muhammad Bawa, Deputy Dean, Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences, and Dr. Nasiru Liman, Deputy Director, Center for Disaster Management and Risk Reduction Studies (CDMRRS).

During the interactions, the visitors expressed absolute solidarity with the Vice-Chancellor's administrative vision, offering prayers for peace within the university community, academic stability, and the fortitude for the management to pilot NSUK to greater global heights.

The Vice-Chancellor, in her response, expressed profound gratitude to the staff and the delegations for their loyalty, dedication, and show of love. She urged the entire university community to absorb the core lessons of Eid-ul-Adha - sacrifice, obedience, and inclusivity in their daily service to the institution.

Giving a vote of thanks on behalf of the first family, the husband of the Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Hassan Muhammad Liman, MON, SAN (Wakilin Lafia Bare Bari), warmly thanked the delegation for the thoughtful visit.

Dr. Liman emphasized the importance of collective effort, actively seeking the continued support of the entire university community for the absolute success of the administration. Reminding everyone of the power of unity, he noted that "a tree can never make a forest."

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Nasarawa State University, Keffi

27/05/2026

25/05/2026

25/05/2026

NSUK Management Pays Condolence Visit to Family of Late 400-Level Student, Wasila Hassan

The Management of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), paid a solemn condolence visit to the family of the late Wasila Hassan on Saturday, 23rd May 2026.

Until her untimely passing, Wasila Hassan was a final-year (400-level) student in the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences.

Leading the university delegation on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, the Dean of Student Affairs, Professor Yahaya Mohammed, expressed the deep sorrow felt by the entire university community over the loss of a promising young life.

Professor Mohammed extended the management's heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, praying that Almighty Allah forgives her shortcomings and grants the late Wasila Hassan Jannatul Firdaus (the highest paradise). He also prayed that God grants the family the divine strength and fortitude to bear the painful and irreparable loss.

Responding on behalf of the grieving family, the father of the deceased, Mr. Hassan spoke emotionally about his daughter's life and values. He extolled her virtues, describing her as a highly disciplined, dedicated, and hardworking young lady who possessed an immense passion for education and stayed fully committed to her academic pursuits until her passing.

The visit concluded with special prayers offered by the delegation and family members for the peaceful repose of Wasila’s soul, as well as for the protection and comfort of the family she left behind.

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Nasarawa State University, Keffi

24/05/2026

NSUK Matriculates 2,773 Part-Time Students for 2025/2026 Session, Reaffirms Zero Tolerance for Misconduct

Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), has officially welcomed 2,773 part-time students into its academic community for the 2025/2026 academic session, reaffirming its commitment to accessible and flexible higher education while maintaining a strict stance against misconduct and social vices.

The matriculation ceremony, held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at the University Convocation Arena on the institution’s Main Campus in Keffi, attracted university management, family members, well-wishers, and the newly admitted students who gathered to witness the formal induction into the university system.

The newly admitted students were drawn from 26 undergraduate programmes across six faculties, reflecting growing enrollment in the university’s part-time education structure.

Delivering the Vice-Chancellor’s address, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation, and Linkages), Associate Professor K’tso Nghargbu, who represented the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, described the enrollment figure as a significant achievement for the university.

According to the Vice-Chancellor, the increasing number of students enrolling in the part-time programme demonstrates public confidence in the quality, flexibility, and academic structure of NSUK’s programmes coordinated through the Centre for Continuing Studies.

She noted that the Centre was specifically established to broaden educational opportunities for individuals seeking to combine academic advancement with work and entrepreneurial responsibilities.
"The Centre for Continuing Studies exists specifically to expand educational horizons for working-class citizens, professionals, and entrepreneurs who require flexible higher education to scale their career trajectories without stalling their livelihoods," the Vice-Chancellor stated.

Statistics released during the ceremony showed that the Faculty of Administration recorded the highest enrollment, accounting for more than half of the matriculating students.

The faculty distribution of the newly admitted students is as follows:
Faculty of Administration – 1,500 students
Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences – 501 students
Faculty of Social Sciences – 494 students
Faculty of Environmental Sciences – 104 students
Faculty of Education – 102 students
Faculty of Arts – 72 students

University management also used the occasion to emphasize the importance of discipline and responsible conduct among the new students.

While congratulating the matriculants, the Vice-Chancellor urged them to remain focused and uphold the values of the institution. She reiterated the university’s zero-tolerance policy on behaviors capable of undermining academic excellence and campus peace.

Students were cautioned against engaging in examination malpractice, cult-related activities, indecent dressing, drug abuse, trafficking, and other forms of misconduct.

The ceremony reached its climax with the administration of the matriculation oath by the University Registrar, Dr. Bala Isyaka Ahmed II, officially inducting the students into the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of the university community.

The event concluded with academic processions and group photographs, marking another milestone in NSUK’s efforts to expand access to quality tertiary education and strengthen its growing reputation as a center of academic excellence.

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Nasarawa State University, Keffi

22/05/2026

NSUK Staff Cooperative Records ₦158 Million Savings Growth at 13th AGM, Prepares for Leadership Transition

The NSUK Staff Cooperative & Thrift Society (NSC&TS), has recorded a remarkable financial performance with members’ total savings rising to over ₦158 million as of December 2025, signaling sustained growth and increasing confidence in the cooperative system.

The achievement was disclosed by the President of the Cooperative Society, Comrade Tanimu Yakubu, during the 13th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Lecture Theatre 1, Faculty of Social Sciences Annex, Nasarawa State University, Keffi.

The AGM served as a platform for a comprehensive review of the cooperative’s financial performance, institutional achievements, and future plans ahead of the expiration of the current executive committee’s tenure in October 2026.

Addressing members at the meeting, President Yakubu expressed appreciation to the cooperative’s growing membership base, noting that the society has evolved beyond its traditional lending role into a broader welfare-driven institution focused on improving members’ economic wellbeing and long-term investments.

He highlighted several landmark achievements recorded under the current administration, including support for members in acquiring landed properties at Jigwada, an initiative designed to encourage asset ownership and long-term investment among staff.

The cooperative leadership also sustained welfare interventions through the provision of food items and other essential commodities aimed at easing the economic burden on members amid prevailing economic realities.

Membership strength equally witnessed a significant increase, growing from 415 members to 451, representing an addition of 36 new members within the review period.

Financial records presented at the AGM revealed a strong fiscal position for the society. Total member savings increased from ₦124,040,298 to ₦158,550,832, reflecting a growth of ₦34,510,534, while the cooperative also recorded an annual surplus of ₦14,000,912.90 before appropriation.
“These figures show great improvement and directly reflect the power of our collective effort as university staff,” Yakubu stated.

As part of efforts to strengthen operations and expand member benefits, the cooperative outlined several strategic priorities for the remainder of 2026. These include the introduction of specialized loan schemes targeting business startups, school fees, and medical needs; digitization of services to improve operational efficiency and transaction speed; and ensuring timely settlement of savings for retirees and withdrawing members.

The meeting also took a solemn moment to honor five members of the cooperative who passed away during the year. Members observed a minute of silence in memory of Mr. Sunday Ibbih, Mrs. Sarah Ayuba, Mr. Kaduna Michael Anzaku, Mr. Jerry Timothy, and Mrs. Maryam Aruwa.
“May their souls rest in perfect peace. Amen,” the President prayed.

Looking ahead, Yakubu informed members that the tenure of the current Executive Committee would officially end in October 2026 and urged the society to begin preparations for a smooth democratic transition.

To oversee the process, members elected an electoral committee comprising Abdullahi Ibrahim, Joel Samuel Iduwa, Musa Awadu, Ruth Bem, and Danladi Makpa, who will coordinate activities leading to the emergence of a new management committee.

President Yakubu concluded by commending members of the executive committee and the Cooperative Manager for their commitment and sacrifices toward the growth of the society.

He also extended appreciation to the Nasarawa State Ministry of Trade, Investment and Industry, alongside corporate partners Unity Bank and Access Bank, for their continued support and partnership.

In separate goodwill messages, Mrs. Bilhatu Yusuf and Kuje Iliya Mamman of the Ministry praised the Yakubu-led administration for its financial discipline and prudent management of members’ funds. They encouraged members to cultivate a stronger savings culture, emphasizing that cooperative savings serve as an important safety net during difficult times.

Also speaking during the AGM, the NSUK Health Cooperative Society, through its Investment Officer Mr. Ishaq Umar, delivered a goodwill message commending the society’s progress and continued commitment to members’ welfare.

The 13th AGM ended with renewed optimism among members and a collective commitment toward sustaining the cooperative’s impressive growth trajectory and strengthening its role as a key pillar of staff welfare within the university community.

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Nasarawa State University, Keffi

22/05/2026

Prof. Zubairu Delivers NSUK’s 61st Inaugural Lecture, Focuses on Tax Reform and Governance Framework

Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, hosted its 61st Inaugural Lecture, with calls for a more transparent and people-centered tax system capable of driving sustainable national development.

The lecture, titled “Designing an Effective Governance Framework for Tax Reform in Nigeria's Developing Economy,” was delivered by Professor Abdullahi Danjuma Zubairu, a distinguished Professor of Accounting and Taxation from the Faculty of Administration. The event, held at the University Assembly Hall, attracted academics, traditional rulers, public officials, and other dignitaries who gathered to examine the challenges and future of Nigeria’s tax administration system.

Representing the Vice-Chancellor of NSUK, Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics), Prof. Maikano Mohammed Ari, welcomed guests and applauded the Inaugural Lecture Committee for organizing a successful event.

In his remarks, Prof. Ari described taxation as more than a tool for revenue generation, stressing its role in strengthening the relationship between citizens and government.

According to him, taxation serves as a mechanism through which governments and citizens negotiate the social contract that sustains critical sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and national security. He added that tax reforms can only succeed where transparency, efficient data management, and clear communication are prioritized.

Delivering the lecture, Prof. A.D. Zubairu argued that a strong governance structure remains essential for creating a fair, efficient, and inclusive tax system in Nigeria.

He identified several obstacles undermining the nation’s tax ecosystem, including low taxpayer confidence resulting from perceived lack of transparency, weak policy frameworks, fragmented stakeholder coordination, and challenges associated with integrating Nigeria’s large informal sector into the tax structure.

Prof. Zubairu further observed that existing tax systems often overlook the psychological and behavioral factors influencing compliance among citizens.
“Taxation is not merely a financial obligation; it is a visible, living contract between the state and its citizens,” he stated.

As part of recommendations aimed at strengthening tax governance, the scholar urged universities to assume greater responsibility in providing data-driven research, policy simulations, and professional training for future tax administrators.

He also called on international development partners to support solutions tailored to Nigeria’s socio-economic realities rather than adopting external models without local adaptation. Additionally, he advocated stronger collaboration among government institutions, civil society organizations, sub-national actors, and the private sector to ensure effective and sustainable reforms.

In their separate goodwill messages, former Vice-Chancellor Prof. Muhammad Akaro Mainoma, alongside Hon. (Dr.) Aliyu Tijani Ahmed, (Federal Commissioner of the National Commission for Refugees Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons) and Dr. Abdulmumin Zubairu Loko (son of the celebrant who spoke on behalf of the family) all commended the university leadership for sustaining academic excellence and praised Prof. Zubairu’s contributions to scholarship and national development.

The event reached its climax with the presentation of an Award of Excellence to Prof. Abdullahi Danjuma Zubairu by the university management in recognition of his outstanding contributions to academic advancement and fiscal research.

The ceremony ended with group photographs bringing to a close another landmark intellectual gathering in the history of the institution.

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Nasarawa State University, Keffi

22/05/2026

Scholars at NSUK Postgraduate Workshop Champion Culturally Aligned AI and Research Ethics in the Humanities

As the global conversation around artificial intelligence intensifies, African academics are being urged to aggressively shape the technology to reflect indigenous cultures rather than passively adopting Western-centric models.

This was the central theme at the high-level Postgraduate Workshop hosted by the Faculty of Arts, Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), on Wednesday, 20th May, 2026. The event, which took place at the S.B. Mohammed Auditorium, School of Postgraduate Studies, was themed: “Artificial Intelligence, Research, Humanities and African Cultural Heritage.”

Representing the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation, and Linkages), Associate Professor K’tsō Nghargbu, formally opened the workshop with a call to action for continental researchers.

Nghargbu asserted that artificial intelligence deployed within the continent must be intentionally coded with African social realities, traditions, and values that promote communal harmony and peace. He challenged the gathered postgraduate students and faculty members to generate groundbreaking ideas capable of shifting global technology policy and scholarship.

Earlier, the Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Professor Adam Ayuba Binchi, welcomed participants and commended the University Management's consistent patronage of academic excellence, urging researchers to maximize the workshop to sharpen their methodological skill sets.

Delivering the keynote address entitled “AI, Research Ethics and the Humanities,” Professor Abdullahi Adamu Sulaiman dissected the dual nature of AI tools. While acknowledging that AI drastically optimizes data analysis, he issued a stern warning against academic overreliance.

"An overdependence on artificial intelligence threatens to erode originality, blunt critical thinking, and compromise academic integrity," Professor Sulaiman warned, calling for a robust regulatory framework tailored to African academic institutions.

Expanding on this tech-vulnerability, Dr. Osime Samuel of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Policy (NIPSS) represented by Dr. Azubike Erinugha presented on “AI-Assisted Research and the Humanities.” He categorized the primary roadblocks to localized AI adoption as:
• Severe cultural bias embedded within current global algorithms.
• Weak domestic digital infrastructure.
• Low tech-literacy across the humanities.

He maintained that AI must strictly remain a supportive tool rather than a replacement for human intellect.

Addressing historical misrepresentation, the Director of Academic Planning, Professor Benson Shadrach Jatau, spoke decisively on “AI Allegorising Bias and Africa.” He cautioned that existing mainstream AI engines rely heavily on Eurocentric datasets that routinely distort or misinterpret African histories.

Professor Jatau insisted that the only antidote to this systemic bias is for African scholars to populate the digital space with credible, culturally grounded, and peer-reviewed domestic data to preserve African heritage.

Shifting the focus to classic research rigor, Professor A.A. Alagbe delivered a presentation on “Research Documentation, Styles and the Humanities.” He reminded researchers that precise citation remains the ultimate defense against plagiarism.

Professor Alagbe provided an exhaustive breakdown of core global formatting styles including MLA, APA, Chicago, and Harvard and advocated for the institutional adoption of digital reference management software to boost processing efficiency and global compatibility.

Contributing to the discourse, a panel of senior scholars including Prof. T.O. Bamidele, Prof. Bilyaminu M. Sulaiman, Prof. Stephen O. David, and Prof. M.M. Maiyaki unanimously agreed that the humanities are more critical now than ever before to ensure that technological evolution remains ethical, humane, and empathetic.

The workshop, which received strong goodwill endorsements from Dr. Anjugu Taimako and Dr. Amende Charles, concluded with a comprehensive vote of thanks delivered by Associate Professor Dalat Gershom D.

By convening this timely discourse, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, continues to demonstrate its "Pacesetter" status, ensuring its postgraduate scholars are not just passive consumers of foreign technology, but ethical pioneers of localized innovation.

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Nasarawa State University, Keffi