Ado Salisu
The Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN), Kano, has received an accreditation team from the National Universities Commission (NUC) to assess its Nursing Science Programme.
Read also: Over 300 Katsina Medical Students Benefit from Masari’s Scholarship Scheme
A statement signed by the University’s Acting Director of Public Relations, Media and Internal Affairs, Jibrin Ado Dandawaki, said the team was received by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abdulrashid Garba, and other principal officers of the institution.
Speaking during the visit, the Team Lead congratulated Professor Garba on his position as the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the University and commended the progress recorded since its establishment.
He explained that the accreditation exercise was aimed at objectively assessing the University’s facilities, staffing, academic resources and other requirements for the Nursing Science Programme.
Read also: HOPE-EDU: UBEC Pushes Transparency in School Funding
The Team Lead emphasised that the exercise was not intended to witch-hunt the institution but to evaluate its compliance with established academic standards and provide constructive recommendations where necessary.
Responding, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abdulrashid Garba, welcomed the accreditation team and expressed appreciation for the visit.
He prayed for a successful exercise and wished the team members a safe return to their respective destinations.
Read also: Nigerian Professor Joins Elite Food Science Academy
Professor Garba also briefed the team on the vision and mission of the University’s founder, Sheikh Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu, highlighting the institution’s commitment to producing academically sound and morally upright graduates.
He assured the NUC team of the University’s full cooperation throughout the exercise, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining academic standards, continuous improvement and compliance with regulatory requirements.