FOUNDER of the MAAUN Group of Universities and President of the Association of Africa Private Universities (AAPU), Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, has paid a glowing tribute to the Vice Chancellor of Northwest University Kano, Amina Salihi Bayero, as she marks her 56th birthday.
In a congratulatory message issued on Thursday, Prof. Gwarzo described Prof. Bayero as a distinguished scholar, seasoned academic and exemplary administrator whose immense contributions to higher education have earned her widespread respect within and beyond the academic community.
He said the occasion offered a fitting opportunity to celebrate a woman whose professional journey has been defined by scholarship, humility and an unwavering commitment to academic excellence.
“It is with immense gratitude to Almighty Allah that we congratulate a distinguished scholar and the first female Vice Chancellor of Northwest University, Kano, Prof. Amina Salihi Bayero, on this auspicious occasion.
“On behalf of the management of the MAAUN Group of Universities, I extend our heartfelt felicitations to Prof. Amina Salihi Bayero on this important milestone,” he stated.
Prof. Gwarzo noted that the vice chancellor has distinguished herself through years of dedicated service in various academic and administrative capacities, making significant contributions to the advancement of education, research and institutional development.
He described her as an epitome of scholarship and humility whose leadership qualities continue to inspire students, academics and university administrators alike.
According to him, Prof. Bayero’s emergence as the first female vice chancellor of Northwest University remains a landmark achievement that has further strengthened the institution’s pursuit of academic excellence and innovation.
The MAAUN founder also prayed for Allah’s continued guidance, wisdom, good health and long life for the celebrant, expressing confidence that she would continue to make meaningful contributions to the growth and development of higher education in Nigeria.
He further wished her greater success in her ongoing efforts to elevate Northwest University to greater heights and consolidate its reputation as a centre of academic excellence.
