Youth, Safety, and Sustainability: KASU Explores Collaboration with Motorsport Advocates

Kaduna State University (KASU) recently played host to a delegation from the Automobile and Touring Club of Nigeria (ATCN) seeking strategic collaboration on road safety, sustainable mobility, and youth empowerment initiatives.

During the visit, the team shared their ongoing efforts under the Traffic for Youths initiative, which targets young people. The initiative aims to enhance youth engagement in road safety awareness and advocacy, with plans to reach 5,000 youths in both Kaduna and Abuja. They also highlighted their sustainability project, which involves using waste products to create functional furniture for sale — a creative initiative that contributes to environmental conservation and carbon reduction efforts.

Welcoming the visitors, the Vice-Chancellor of Kaduna State University, Prof. Abdullahi Ibrahim Musa expressed appreciation for selecting KASU as a partner, noting that the initiative aligns perfectly with the University’s Strategic Plan. He emphasised KASU’s commitment to sustainability through its KASU Green programme and the adoption of digital learning platforms, which help reduce carbon emissions associated with physical mobility.

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Adamu Buhu Bargo

P.R.O KASU

Deputy Governor to KASU Students: Skills, Not Just Certificates, Drive Career Success

The Deputy Governor of Kaduna State, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe, has urged university students and graduates to prioritise the development of practical skills, teamwork, and effective communication, noting that employers increasingly value these attributes over academic certificates.

She made this call on Wednesday, 16th April 2025, during her keynote address at the Career Readiness Workshop organised by the Centre for Mentorship and Career Development at Kaduna State University (KASU).

She encouraged graduates to embrace lifelong learning and innovation, viewing education as a foundation for critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability in a rapidly changing world.

In his remarks, the Vice Chancellor of KASU, Prof. Abdullahi Ibrahim Musa, reaffirmed the university’s competitiveness and commitment to academic excellence. Also speaking at the event, the Kaduna State Commissioner for Education, Prof. Mohammed Sani Bello, lauded KASU’s leadership in several disciplines and commended the Centre for guiding students toward meaningful career paths.

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Adamu Buhu Bargo

P.R.O KASU

Welcoming the Future: KASU Matriculates Fresh Students, Unveils 21st-Century Courses and TikTok Creativity Challenge

Kaduna State University (KASU) held its 2024/2025 matriculation ceremony on Tuesday, 15th April 2025, to formally welcome newly admitted undergraduate and postgraduate students. The event, held at the 1000-Seater Auditorium, marked a pivotal milestone in the academic journey of the fresh intakes.

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Abdullahi Ibrahim Musa, welcomed the students in the presence of university management, staff, parents, guardians, and well-wishers. In his address, Prof. Musa charged the matriculating students to stay committed to their academic goals, strive for excellence, and make full use of KASU’s learning resources—including the library, laboratories, and internet facilities—to enrich their educational experience.

He commended parents and guardians for entrusting the university with the responsibility of shaping the future of their children and wards. Prof. Musa concluded his speech with an inspiring message, urging the students to “think big and aim high.”

Following the administration of the matriculation oath by the Registrar, Samira Balarabe, Esq., the Vice Chancellor officially declared the students bona fide members of the university community, in line with the authority vested in him by the Senate.

A key highlight of the event was the recognition of students from the newly established Faculty of Engineering, who matriculated for the first time in the Departments of Electrical, Mechanical, and Computer Engineering. The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Yusha’u I. Ango, also announced the introduction of cutting-edge programmes designed to meet global demands. These include Data Science, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Library and Information Science, B.Sc. Broadcasting, and B.Sc. Journalism.

In a unique and exciting twist, the university launched a TikTok Creativity Challenge, inviting students to create engaging content that showcases their creativity and campus experience. The best submission will receive a N50,000 prize—an initiative aimed at fostering innovation and celebrating the vibrancy of university life.

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Adamu Nuhu Bargo

P.R.O KASU