Bayero University Kano Library

23/08/2026

NO MATTER HOW HIGH YOU RISE IN ACADEMIA, REMAIN HUMAN

No academic knows everything. We need help. We make mistakes. We sometimes interpret evidence incorrectly. A student may ask a question we cannot answer. A colleague may understand a method better than we do. A technologist or field assistant may notice an error that others missed. Scholarship requires us to learn from people.

I have met professors who did not use their positions to silence others. They listened, admitted when they did not know something and acknowledged the work of others. Students and colleagues could approach them without fear. People respected them because of how they worked and treated others.

Life has no classmates..never assume your SS3 seat mate will always be your mate

No

Any of you could rise above the other as life evolves

And that shouldn’t elicit competition …collaborate!

Read that line again

Humility is the glory of any mortal

As researchers

Humility affects how we respond to correction, supervise students, review manuscripts and lead research teams. A degree confirms training in a field. It does not place its holder above other people.

Your student today might be your boss tomorrow.

Always remember…

No academic achievement belongs to one person alone. Teachers trained us. Mentors recommended us. Colleagues read our drafts. Students contributed ideas. Technicians supported experiments. Administrators processed our applications. Field workers collected data. Families carried responsibilities while we worked. Many contributions never appear on certificates, papers or award citations.

Promotion is no reason to become inaccessible. Winning a grant does not make other researchers less capable. Having many publications does not give anyone the right to take another person’s credit or speak to people without respect.

Be grateful to God for life and opportunity. Remember those who helped you before people knew your name. Treat students with respect. Acknowledge contributions. Share opportunities. When someone corrects you, examine the correction before responding.

Appointments end. Titles change. Citation records are surpassed. People will remember how you treated them and what they were able to achieve through your support.

No matter how far you rise in academia, remain human.

Please repost this message to your friends, networks and platforms. Someone in academia may need to read it.

Dr Wadzani Dauda

22/08/2026

19/08/2026

Why KHAIRUN Honoured Prof. Haruna Musa – VC Prof. Abdulrashid Garba

The Vice-Chancellor of Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University, Kano (KHAIRUN), Professor Abdulrashid Garba, has explained the reasons behind the University's decision to honour the Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), Professor Haruna Musa, fsi, with a colloquium to mark his first year in office.

Professor Garba said the first objective was to celebrate the 12th Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano, whom he described as an icon of academic progress. He noted that within just 12 months in office, Professor Musa has demonstrated purposeful leadership through significant strides in academic development, staff welfare initiatives, student-centred support services, and an increased drive towards internationalization.

According to him, the second objective was to celebrate a mentor through the recognition of his mentees. He explained that the event acknowledged Bayero University, Kano's pivotal role in the establishment and growth of KHAIRUN, as well as its broader contributions to the development of universities across Kano, Katsina and Jigawa States.

Professor Garba said the third objective was to provide an academic platform for examining emerging theoretical and practical advances in sustainable development, with particular emphasis on science and technology education.

"Transformative Science and Technology Education is regarded as a catalyst for personal, societal and environmental transformation," he stated.

He added that the colloquium was designed not only to honour exemplary leadership but also to stimulate intellectual discourse on the role of science and technology education in advancing sustainable national development.

19/08/2026

BUK VC Appreciates KHAIRUN for Colloquium Held in His Honour

The Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), Professor Haruna Musa, fsi, has expressed profound appreciation to the management of Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN) for organizing a maiden colloquium in his honour to commemorate his first year in office as the 12th Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University.

In a message of appreciation on Wednesday, 19th August, 2026, Professor Musa thanked the Vice-Chancellor of KHAIRUN, Professor Abdulrashid Garba, the University's Governing Council and Management for what he described as a thoughtful and historic gesture.

He said the honour was not only meaningful to him personally but was also deeply appreciated by the entire Bayero University community.

"I would like to most respectfully acknowledge and appreciate the Vice-Chancellor of KHAIRUN, Prof. Abdulrashid Garba, the Governing Council and Management for organising a maiden colloquium in my honour, marking my one year in office as the 12th Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano. This honour is greatly appreciated by the staff, students and indeed the entire community of Bayero University, Kano, and we remain eternally grateful for this recognition," he said.

Professor Musa also extended his appreciation to the Local Organising Committee (LOC) and friends of KHAIRUN for joining in the celebration of his first anniversary in office.

Reaffirming Bayero University's commitment to partnership, the Vice-Chancellor pledged to deepen the existing relationship between the two institutions in pursuit of academic excellence and national development.

"I assure you that Bayero University, Kano, under my stewardship will continue to strengthen the existing collaboration with KHAIRUN for the benefit of humanity," Professor Musa stated.

The colloquium, organised by Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University, brought together academics, researchers, students and other stakeholders to celebrate Professor Musa's first year of leadership while also providing a platform for intellectual discourse on "Transformative Science and Technology Education for Sustainable National Development."

19/08/2026

Governor Yusuf Commends KHAIRUN for Hosting Colloquium, Congratulates BUK Vice-Chancellor on One Year in Office

Governor of Kano State, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commended Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN) for organizing a colloquium, conference and book launch in honour of the Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), Professor Haruna Musa, fsi, to mark his first year in office.

The Governor gave the commendation on Tuesday, 18th August, 2026, during the colloquium held at KHAIRUN with the theme: "Transformative Science and Technology Education for Sustainable National Development."

Represented by the Head of Service, Hajiya Bilkisu Maimota, Governor Yusuf congratulated Professor Haruna Musa on the successful completion of his first year as the 12th Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano. He noted that the Kano State Government is proud of the remarkable achievements recorded by the University within the short period of Prof. Musa's leadership and reaffirmed the state's commitment to strengthening collaboration with BUK in advancing education, research and academic excellence.

In his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor of KHAIRUN, Professor Abdulrashid Garba, said the colloquium was organized to commemorate the first anniversary of Professor Haruna Musa's tenure as Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano.

He explained that the event was preceded by an academic conference that brought together experts, scholars, researchers and students to present research findings, deliberate on transformative science and technology education, and examine its role in promoting sustainable national development.

In his response, the celebrant, Professor Haruna Musa, expressed profound appreciation to the Founder, Governing Council, Vice-Chancellor and the entire KHAIRUN community for the honour. He emphasized that he accepted the recognition not as a personal tribute but on behalf of the staff, students and alumni of Bayero University, Kano, and indeed every colleague across the Nigerian university system who continues to teach, conduct research and supervise students despite challenging conditions that would discourage many others.

07/08/2026

BUK Refurbishes Broken-Down Vehicles, Expands Campus Transport Services

Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has refurbished and returned to service some previously broken-down operational vehicles under the Students Affairs Deanery as part of ongoing efforts to improve transportation and enhance the welfare of students and staff.

The Dean of Students Affairs, Professor Mukhtar Ridwan Bunza, disclosed this on Friday, 7th August, 2026, during the inspection of three refurbished vehicles and three newly procured tricycles.

Professor Bunza said the rehabilitation of the vehicles (two 18-seater buses and a Ford Van for carrying luggage) and the acquisition of the tricycles were aimed at improving mobility across the campus. He added that five additional 18-seater buses have also been deployed to transport students and staff from the University's main gate to various destinations at a subsidised fare of ₦100 per trip, helping to reduce congestion during peak hours.

He attributed the achievements to the support of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Haruna Musa, fsi, whose commitment to students' welfare has continued to drive infrastructural and service improvements across the University.

The University Management has also renovated several male and female hostels, provided additional beds and mattresses, and implemented other student welfare initiatives. Professor Bunza added that plans are underway to procure more tricycles to further improve transportation services within the University.

Professor Bunza reaffirmed the Deanery's commitment to enhancing students' welfare and called on members of the University community to continue supporting the University's leadership in its efforts to advance Bayero University, Kano.

13/07/2026

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13/07/2026

University Librarian's Address to Fresh Students During the 2025/2026 Orientation Program at BUK

13/07/2026

Conference 2026

04/07/2026