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Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) is a federal university located in Bauchi, Nigeria. Here are some of the latest news and updates from the university:

Academic News

  1. Resumption of Academic Activities: The university has announced the resumption of academic activities for the 2022/2023 academic session. Students are expected to return to campus on October 3, 2022.
  2. New Academic Programmes: ATBU has introduced new academic programmes, including a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.
  3. Research Grants: The university has awarded research grants to several faculty members to conduct research in various fields, including engineering, science, and technology.

Campus News

  1. Infrastructure Development: The university is undergoing infrastructure development, including the construction of new lecture halls, hostels, and a new library.
  2. Student Union Election: The student union election has been scheduled to hold on October 10, 2022. Students are expected to participate in the election to elect their new leaders.
  3. Sports Competition: The university has organized a sports competition for students, which will feature various games, including football, basketball, and volleyball.

Other News

  1. Alumni Association: The ATBU Alumni Association has been re-established to promote the interests of alumni and to provide a platform for networking and community service.
  2. Community Service: The university has organized a community service programme, which aims to promote community development and social responsibility among students.
  3. International Collaboration: ATBU has signed a memorandum of understanding with several international universities to promote academic collaboration and exchange programmes.

Breaking News

  1. Strike Action: The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called off its strike action, which had been ongoing for several months. The strike was called off after the federal government and ASUU reached an agreement on the issues in contention.
  2. New Vice-Chancellor: The university has appointed a new vice-chancellor, Professor Muhammad Abdulrahman, who will take over from the outgoing vice-chancellor, Professor Abdullahi Mustafa.

Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest news and updates from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, I recommend visiting the university's official website or social media channels.