FUGA Bulletin

VC reaffirms FUGA’s Drive to Build Environmentally Conscious Graduates

The Vice-Chancellor of Federal University Gashua (FUGA), Professor Yaqub Ahmed Geidam, has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to producing environmentally conscious graduates through its Green Code Initiative.

Professor Geidam made this known while receiving officials of the North-East Arid Zone Development Programme (NEAZDP) during a courtesy visit to the the Vice-Chancellor in his office today Friday 5th June,2026.:The visit formed part of activities marking the 2026 World Environment Day celebration.

The Vice-Chancellor explained that a central component of the initiative is a policy mandating every student to plant and nurture at least one tree before graduation. He noted that the programme is aimed at instilling a culture of environmental responsibility among students while encouraging their active participation in conservation efforts.

According to him, the Green Code Initiative reflects the university’s broader vision of integrating sustainability into its academic and community engagement programmes, particularly in addressing environmental challenges prevalent in arid regions.

Officials of NEAZDP commended the university’s proactive approach, describing the initiative as timely and impactful in promoting environmental stewardship among young Nigerians.

Further details will be provided in subsequent bulletins.

NEAZDP Donates 1,000 Seedlings to FUGA to Mark World Environment Day

The North-East Arid Zone Development Programme (NEAZDP) has donated 1,000 seedlings to the Federal University Gashua (FUGA), as part of activities marking the 2026 World Environment Day celebration.

The seedlings were presented to me Vice-Chancellor during a courtesy visit by officials of the programme, led by its Programme Manager, Dr Mulima Idi Mato.
The donation is aimed at supporting the university’s environmental sustainability drive, particularly its Green Code Initiative, which promotes tree planting and conservation among students and staff.

Further details will be provided in our subsequent bulletins.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Yaqub Ahmed Geidam wishes all staff and students a peaceful, joyous and prosperous Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

Eid al-Adha Mubarak!

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