The Emir of Keffi Alhaji Shehu Chindo Yamusa III P.hd, CON has described Nasarawa State University as a citadel of knowledge and the pride of Keffi emirate and Nasarawa at large.
Alhaji Chindo Shehu Yamusa III who is also the Chancellor of Nasarawa State University Keffi in his speech at the 8th Convocation and 25 years of celebration of the University describe the gathering as not only a celebration of academic success or achievement but also a reflection of our noble and collective commitments to knowledge, discipline and service to humanity.
To our esteemed guests, parents, guardians and friends of the University, I warmly welcome you all once again. Your presence here today adds joy, value, valour, vigour and honour to this event.
To our students to be convoked, I congratulate you heartily. This moment is indeed a true fruit of your hand work and perseverance. It also ensued by the enduring commitment of this great institution to learning, research and service to humanity. You really have worked with dedication, endured sleepless nights and remained steadfast in the pursuit of knowledge. Today marks a new beginning a call to put your education to work for the progress of our dear country and upliftment of our communities.
Remember that academic excellence is not measured by certificates only, but by the positive impact we make in society. The knowledge you have acquired is a trust; use it judiciously with wisdom, integrity, and humility.
Our youths remain the greatest asset of this nation. I urge you to be bold, innovative and disciplined to embrace technology, entrepreneurship and service. The future belongs to those who combine intellect with character.
To the management and staff of this university, I extent my heartfelt appreciations. Your unwavering commitment continues to uphold the vision of building a centre of excellence where knowledge meets purpose and where young minds are nurtured to lead with conscience and courage.
As Chancellor of this noble university, I call on all stakeholders, the government, development partners, alumni and members of the university community to continue supporting this great institution. Let us strengthen our investment in education, research and innovation so that Nasarawa State University will continue to produce graduates who would contribute meaningfully to our nation’s progress.
May the Almighty Allah bless our graduates, strengthen our university, and guide our leaders to continue giving educational sector a succor as the cornerstone of development, peace, security and progress in all ramifications.
Wassalamualaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatahu!
HRH Alhaji Shehu Chindo Yamusa III,PhD, CON,
Chancellor to the University and Emir of Keffi.