During his welcome address, the Vice-Chancellor Prof. Abdullahi I Musa expressed the university's joy at hosting the esteemed speaker for the first time, highlighting the alignment of Gen. Agwai's values with the newly outlined strategic plan of the university.
The Vice-Chancellor underlined the institution's commitment to community engagement, addressing issues that impact the well-being of the people.
Gen. Agwai delivered a compelling lecture, focusing on the essential qualities of a true leader, including integrity, courage, willpower, and knowledge. He stressed the significance of mediating for peace in communities, asserting that such strategies have the potential to reconcile even the most adversarial groups.
The audience, comprising university management, staff, students, family, friends, and other dignitaries, found the lecture captivating. Gen. Agwai underscored the role of mentorship in cultivating great leaders, highlighting attributes such as caring for the next generation's success, positive role modeling, sharing experiences rather than advice, and active listening.
The speaker further asserted that for a nation to achieve stability and development, it must focus on enhancing human security, encompassing human rights, good governance, access to education, and healthcare.
Regarding teamwork, Gen. Agwai emphasized the importance of embracing diversity, stating that collective efforts yield greater results.
In conclusion, the speaker reiterated the features of true leadership, emphasizing how equity, fairness, and inclusiveness contribute to conflict reduction and usher in stability.
The Honourable Commissioner of Education, Kaduna State, Prof. Muhammad Sani Bello, expressed his appreciation to the speaker for delivering an insightful lecture. He assured that he would share the details with the Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, expressing His Excellency's regret for not being able to participate due to his keen interest in the topic.
Other dignitaries during the event include the Overseeing Commissioner of the Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr. Samuel Aruwan, the Commissioner of Sports Development, Prof. Benjamin K. Gugong, the Deputy Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), AVM SK Aneke, the Deputy Commandant of the Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peace Keeping Centre (MLAILPKC), Jaji, Col. Ibrahim Yusuf, representative of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Technology, Hon. Patience Fakai and a host of other dignitaries.
Signed
Adamu Nuhu Bargo
Public Relations Officer
Kaduna State University
