UI VC mourns chancellor, Emir of Kano
The vice-chancellor, Prof. Isaac Adewole has condoled with the entire Arewa and the good people of Kano on the death of the University chancellor and Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero.
The VC said the late chancellor was an outstanding monarch, diplomat, patriot, bridge- builder and exemplary statesman who distinguished himself in the life journey.
Prof. Adewole said the late Chancellor made genuine contributions to national development.
" He was a champion of peace, who in his private and public life preached peace and peaceful coexistence. We carry in our hearts the precious memories of a Special Chancellor and father", the VC said .
Prof. Adewole on behalf of the governing council, senate, congregation, staff and students of the University of Ibadan commiserated with the family of the revered chancellor, good people of Kano and the entire Arewa on the glorious exit of the great monarch and prayed that almighty Allah will grant him Aljanah Firdaus.
A two-time Chancellor of the University, Alhaji Ado Bayero first served as Chancellor from 24/4/1976 - 1984 and was installed as Chancellor for the second time on November 17, 2001 till he passed on.
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OLATUNJI M.OLADEJO,JP, MNIPR
DIRECTOR,DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC COMMUNICATION,
UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN, IBADAN
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