Abu zaria latest news 2016 17
Here are some of the latest news from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria for the 2016-2017 academic session:
Academic News
- Resumption of Academic Activities: The university resumed academic activities on October 3, 2016, after a prolonged strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).
- New Vice-Chancellor: Professor Ibrahim Garba was appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of ABU Zaria, effective from November 1, 2016.
- Introduction of New Programmes: The university introduced new undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in various faculties, including Medicine, Engineering, and Agriculture.
- Upgrade of Facilities: The university upgraded its facilities, including the construction of new lecture halls, laboratories, and hostels.
Research and Innovation
- Breakthrough in Cancer Research: Researchers at ABU Zaria made a breakthrough in cancer research, discovering a new treatment for cancer using a combination of traditional and modern medicine.
- Development of New Vaccine: The university developed a new vaccine against meningitis, which was approved by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).
- Collaboration with International Institutions: ABU Zaria collaborated with international institutions, including the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge, on research projects in areas such as agriculture and medicine.
Student Life
- Student Union Election: The Student Union Election was held in February 2017, with a new set of executives elected to represent the students.
- Cultural and Sports Activities: The university hosted various cultural and sports activities, including the annual ABU Zaria Cultural Festival and the Inter-University Sports Competition.
- Scholarship Awards: The university awarded scholarships to outstanding students, including the ABU Zaria Merit Scholarship and the Federal Government's National Merit Scholarship.
Campus Development
- Construction of New Hostels: The university constructed new hostels to accommodate increasing student population.
- Upgrade of Infrastructure: The university upgraded its infrastructure, including the construction of new roads, drainage systems, and electricity supply.
- Establishment of New Centres: The university established new centres, including the Centre for Entrepreneurship and the Centre for Continuing Education.
These are just a few of the latest news from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria for the 2016-2017 academic session.