ATBU and Alumni Reject Senate's Move to Convert University, Emphasize Focus on Technology
The Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) and its alumni have rejected the Nigerian Senate's move to convert the institution into a conventional university through a special bill. The stakeholders, including the alumni, criticized the lack of consultation in the bill drafting process, highlighting the university's unique focus on technology and industrialization, especially in Northern Nigeria.
The alumni president, Muhammad Sani Wada, emphasized the historical context of ATBU's establishment and its mandate to offer Bachelor of Technology degrees with industrial experience. The stakeholders expressed concerns that the proposed bill undermines the university's original mission and core values.
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