By Muhammad Ibrahim,Sokoto
Sokoto Governor, Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto has commended the academic icons of Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, UDUS, for provision of educational excellence.
The governor who was speaking during convocation ceremony of 38th, 39th,40th and 41th graduands of UDUS said he reremains highly indebted to teachers in the institution for their immense contriburions.
He added that the institution has continued to remain one of the best educational institutions in the country that do not compromise when it comes to learning and educational standard and therefore very proud to have passed through the institution, which has contributed immensely to the socio-economic and political development of this country.
“To the graduands, please count yourself among the very few lucky ones that were opportuned to have passed through this great institution, that is free from academic corruption and other social vices. And as you venture into the labour market, I urge you to be good Danfodites”.
He then acknowledged the contributions of the institution to the educational development of Sokoto state, and manpower development in particular and commended the present leadership role and commitments to the progress of Sokoto State, to which as an administration they are dearly committed to.
Governor Ahmad similarly said his administration welcomes any partnership with the institution in all areas of development such as the renewable energy, Security and Education among others so that the State could benefit from the expertise of highly respected intellectuals that this institution is blessed with.
He further stressed assured prompt payment of WAEC, NECO and NAPTEB examinations fees so as to ensure that candidates access their results quickly.
Similarly, arrangements are also on top gear to settle the backlog of examination fees left behind by the immediate past administration in that regards.