FG Renames UniAbuja to Yakubu Gowon University

FG Renames UniAbuja to Yakubu Gowon University

By Ewache Ajefu

The Federal Government has approved the renaming of the University of Abuja to Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja, in honor of the former Head of State and elder statesman, retired General Yakubu Gowon.

The decision was made during the Federal Executive Council(FEC) meeting presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

A statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Dr. Nasir Sani-Gwarzo, said the development was a testament to General Gowon’s invaluable contributions to Nigeria’s unity and his commitment to upholding true federalism.

It said as a renowned statesman, General Gowon played a pivotal role in shaping the country’s history, adding that the Federal Ministry of Education will proceed to prepare the necessary documents to change the University’s Act, which will be forwarded to the National Assembly for formal approval.

This marks the beginning of a new chapter for the institution, solidifying its legacy as Yakubu Gowon University.

The statement further said “the Federal Executive Council’s decision to rename the University of Abuja to Yakubu Gowon University js a fitting tribute to General Gowon’s unwavering dedication to Nigeria’s unity and progress,” said President Tinubu.