Modibbo Adama University Honors Cross River State Governor with Honorary Doctorate

Modibbo Adama University in Yola honored Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu with an honorary doctorate during its 29th-30th convocation ceremony. The university recognized Otu's extensive contributions to governance, public service, and humanitarian development across Nigeria.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ibrahim Umar, praised Otu for his people-centric leadership and commitment to social development and national cohesion.

Otu's leadership philosophy aligns with the core values of the university as a bridge-builder in public life. The university also acknowledged Prof.

Afolabi Ogufekun for his intellectual and character strengths. Otu expressed gratitude for the recognition and emphasized the importance of service, justice, and equity in public life.

The event highlighted the university's commitment to nurturing young Nigerian leaders and promoting moral leadership in Nigeria.