By; ISAAC ODEH, Kaduna
The newly elected National President Worldwide of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (ABU), Alumni Association, Malam Adamu Kontagora has encouraged the alumnus to participate in the endowment contributions as the university celebrates 60 years of existence.
He made the call in a statement distributed to journalists in Abuja, in respect of 60 years anniversary of ABU Zaria.
Malam Kontagora said the alumni is in partnership with ABU Zaria under the leadership of Vice Chancellor, Professor Kabiru Bala to ensure the success of the project as the university attained six decades in existence.
Malam Adamu Kontagora who was confident with the leadership of former Secretary to the Government of Federation, Alhaji Mahmud Yayale Ahmed, appointed as the Chairman of Board of Trustees with other illustrious alumni, said that they would deliver positively.
He appealed to the alumni not to relent in ensuring they contribute to the development of their alma mater.
Also in a letter to the Alumni, the Vice Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, Professor Kabiru Bala explained that the foundation is intended to give the university the much needed financial stability, flexibility and confidence to make capital improvements, build capacity in emerging academic areas.
Also expected, is cutting edge research and adapting to the changing needs of ABU Zaria.
Professor Kabiru Bala explained that the foundation has launched annual alumni and friends giving for the university and suggested that a minimum of twenty five thousand Naira for graduates of five years and above, while its optional for graduates of less than five years to give what they desire.
“I am by this letter, appealing especially to you, our alumni and friends to contribute financially to the Annual Giving starting this year, 2023 and continually, thereafter, for sustainability employed by major universities the world over.
“The Endowment Foundation account is U.B.A 1023243258,” he said.
