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ABCOAD Matriculates 739 New Students for 2024/2025 Academic Session

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May 31, 2025

Written by: Abdu Saidu

The Audu Bako College of Agriculture, Dambatta (ABCOAD), held its matriculation ceremony on May 28, 2025, formally welcoming 739 new students into its diverse academic programs. The event marked the beginning of a transformative academic journey for the fresh intakes.

The ceremony, rich in academic tradition and optimism, officially inducted the students into the vibrant intellectual and professional community of one of Nigeria’s foremost agricultural institutions.

In his keynote address, the Provost of the College, Professor M. A. Wailare, congratulated the new students on their successful admission. He described ABCOAD as a “citadel of learning with a proven track record of academic excellence and agricultural innovation.”

“You are privileged to be here today; gaining admission into this institution is not just an academic achievement but a call to higher responsibility—to contribute meaningfully to the development of our agricultural sector and the socio-economic growth of our nation,” he remarked.

Prof. Wailare reiterated the college’s commitment to producing not just certificate holders but solution-driven professionals capable of transforming the agricultural sector through innovation in crop production, livestock, environmental conservation, and agribusiness.

He assured the students of a conducive learning environment, competent faculty, and world-class facilities designed to support their academic and professional growth.

With 14 operational departments, ABCOAD offers a variety of academic programs—including remedial, certificate, part-time, and full-time courses—catering to students with diverse backgrounds and career aspirations.

In line with its philosophy of hands-on training, the college has distinguished itself in practical agricultural instruction. Recently, ABCOAD partnered with the French Embassy and the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) to train 500 students in agribusiness entrepreneurship. The initiative aimed to empower students to become self-reliant and industry-ready, particularly in areas such as farm management, agri-value chain development, and food processing.

Prof. Wailare highlighted the institution’s dedication to transforming students into job creators, citing the initiative as a testament to the college’s broader mission.

He also expressed deep appreciation to the Executive Governor of Kano State, His Excellency Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, for his unwavering support for ABCOAD. He commended the Governor’s education-focused policies aimed at uplifting the living standards of citizens and tackling poverty and societal ills.

“It is pertinent to acknowledge the support we received from the Kano State Government, especially the accreditation fund that facilitated the visit of the NBTE accreditation team in February, resulting in full accreditation for 12 academic programs,” the Provost said.

He further noted that the government’s intervention extended to covering overhead costs, slashing registration fees by 50%, sponsoring ABCOAD alumni for postgraduate studies abroad, and initiating major infrastructure projects. These include the renovation of the female hostel and the construction of a perimeter fence—both approved by the Kano State Executive Council to enhance security and comfort on campus.

Prof. Wailare also lauded the dedication and professionalism of both academic and non-academic staff, acknowledging their indispensable role in the college’s continued progress.

Barrister Salisu Haruna Ahmad administered the matriculation oath to the new students, officially recognizing them as bona fide members of the college community. He urged them to uphold discipline, respect institutional rules, and remain committed to academic excellence.

The event featured remarks from Heads of Departments, from the Dambatta community, and parents—all of whom encouraged the students to stay focused, disciplined, and patriotic.

The 2024/2025 matriculation ceremony reaffirmed ABCOAD’s status as a leader in agricultural education and innovation in Nigeria. As the college continues to grow in stature and impact, its newest students are poised to carry forward its legacy of excellence, transformation, and service to the nation.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari.

President Buhari died today in London at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness.

President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences.

President Tinubu has also directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria.

Former President Buhari was twice elected Nigeria’s President in 2015 and 2023.

He also served as military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985.

President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-staff as a mark of respect for the departed leader.

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In another statement by former senior special assistant to Buhari on media Garba Shehu made the following statement in his X handle as follows

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ADC urges Tinubu to disclose his whereabouts for five days after BRICS summit

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July 13, 2025

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to tell Nigerians where he has been for five days since the end of the BRICS Summit in Brazil according to the gazette.

The president, who returned in the early hours of Sunday, had been missing from public view since the end of the Summit in Brazil without any official explanation as to his whereabouts.

The full statement read:

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) extends a weary welcome to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for finally returning to the country five days after the end of the 2025 BRICS Summit, which held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Since the summit ended on Monday, July 7th, all the other world leaders who were in attendance returned home, briefed their citizens, and got back to work. But our President? He only reappeared in Abuja in the early hours of Sunday, July 13, without a word, without a briefing, or any explanation as to why his return to the country had been delayed.

A whole five days is significant in the life of a country, especially a country like ours battling with several existential challenges of insecurity and a tottering economy that has made life increasingly difficult for the majority of Nigerians. The president was not on holidays, he was on official duty. We therefore cannot wish those five days away, and we demand a clear explanation for them.

The ADC also notes with concern that this disdain for accountability around the President’s overseas trip has become a distinct hallmark of this administration.

In January 2024, a so-called “private visit” to France turned into a two-week disappearance. No photos, and no statements from our President.

In April 2024, President Tinubu travelled to the Netherlands and then to Riyadh for the World Economic Forum. The summit ended on April 29th, 2024, but there was not a word from him until May 8th, 2024. Those were nine days of unexplained vacuum.

In August 2024, President Tinubu flew to China via Dubai. After his engagements in Beijing, he vanished from public view on September 5th and mysteriously surfaced in London on September 11th. He was missing for six days—no explanations, no letter transmitted to the National Assembly, just silence.

And in the same August 2024, the President also embarked on yet another “brief work stay” in Paris. He remained incommunicado for three days, then quietly returned, as if the nation does not deserve to know.

Each episode of Mr. President’s mysterious disappearances has sparked all manners of speculations and rumours that are not only unhealthy to the polity, but also endangers Nigeria’s perception in the eyes of the world.

We urge Nigerians to take note. A president that disappears without explanation cannot be trusted to be present to solve the crises that we face. A president that vanishes without accountability has no moral authority to demand sacrifice from citizens. Most importantly, a ruling party that makes excuses for these serial disappearances has nothing but contempt for the people it governs and has no regard for accountability.

Signed:

Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi

Interim National Publicity Secretary

African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Spokesman of the Coalition.