UNIABUJA mourns chancellor, Emir of Zazzau

▪︎Declares mourning, flying of flags on campus at half mast

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abdul-Rasheed Na’Allah has, on behalf of the Governing Council, Senate, Staff and Studentsf the University of Abuja, mourned the Emir od Zazzau, His Highness Alh (Dr.) Shehu Idris CFR, who died on Sunday, 20th September, 2020 at the age of 84.

In a statement by the Head, University Relations, Dr Habib Yakoob, the School also commiserated with his family, the Governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir el-Rufai, the Zazzau Emirate Council, the entire people of Kaduna State, and Nigerians, on this terrible loss.

“The death of the Chancellor comes to us as a rude shock especially at this moment that we need his counsel most.

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“We are indeed proud of his great and superb achievements as the first-rate Emir of modern Zaria.

“The late Emir will always be remembered as a dutiful, very resourceful and committed individual, who believed in the development of education, particularly of our dear University, the University for National Unity, the University of Abuja.

“During his years of service as our Chancellor, he worked incredibly hard to draw federal and private supports to the University.

“His total support and contributions, quality advice and superior leadership as our Chancellor of many years will remain indelible,” the statement read.

The University added that his demonstration of unequalled forthrightness, commitment and accountability, transparency and enthusiasm for the growth and development of the country should be emulated by leaders and well-meaning Nigerians.

“We are glad that he remained a worthy and accomplished leader till his death.

“The Vice-Chancellor has, in the spirit of this bereavement, declared mourning and ordered that flags on campus should be flown at half mast,” it added.

The Vice-Chancellor also prayed that Allah in his infinite mercies, would reward him abundantly and give the family the fortitude to bear the great loss.