Governor Inuwa Yahaya Graces Combined Convocation of Federal University of Kashere
…As Pro-Chancellor, VC Commend Gombe Governor for Exceptional Support
…Congratulates Kalu, Bichi, Pate, Shettima on Honorary Degrees
The Editor
Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Saturday, 5th July 2025, attended the combined 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th Convocation Ceremony of the Federal University of Kashere (FUK), Gombe State.
The colourful event, held at the university’s indoor sports arena, attracted a host of dignitaries from across Nigeria — including lawmakers, traditional rulers, academia, and private sector leaders — as the institution conferred honorary doctorate degrees on four eminent Nigerians for their outstanding contributions to national development.
In their separate remarks, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Prof. William Olusola Oju-Aderounmu, and the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Umar A. Pate, expressed deep appreciation to Governor Inuwa Yahaya for his unwavering support to the university.
They highlighted key interventions by the Governor, including the allocation of 150 hectares of land for the institution's expansion, sustained efforts towards ensuring security around the campus, and a longstanding tradition of positive engagement and collaboration with the university leadership.
“Governor Inuwa Yahaya has remained a reliable ally of the Federal University of Kashere, always responding positively to our needs and concerns,” the Vice Chancellor remarked.
Also speaking at the event, former Governor of Abia State and current Senator representing Abia North, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, who was among the recipients of honorary degrees, praised Governor Yahaya for his transformational and people-oriented leadership.
He noted the overwhelming cheers and warm reception the Governor received from residents of communities en route to the venue, describing it as a powerful testimony of the people’s love and appreciation for his work.
“Your Excellency, I want to thank you for the good work you are doing. The cheers and applause from the people clearly show you're serving them well. Not all governors enjoy such genuine admiration,” Kalu said.
Those conferred with honorary doctorate degrees included:
- Senator Orji Uzor Kalu
- Rep. Abubakar Kabir Bichi, Chairman, House Committee on Appropriations
- Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare
- Dr. Kole Ahmed Shettima, Africa Director, MacArthur Foundation
On the sidelines, Governor Inuwa Yahaya congratulated the honourees and the graduating students, while commending the university’s leadership for sustaining academic excellence and contributing to national progress through research and innovation.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting higher education in Gombe State, pledging continued backing for FUK and other institutions to enable them produce graduates capable of driving growth at both state and national levels.
The occasion was also attended by other distinguished guests, including the representative of the Visitor to the university, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, former Gombe State Governor and Senator representing Gombe Central, Sen. Muhammad Danjuma Goje, Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Hon. Usman Bello Kumo, Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, and Chief of Staff to the Governor, Alh. Abubakar Inuwa Kari, among others.
By: Ismaila Uba Misilli
Director-General, Press Affairs
Government House, Gomb