By Peter Omopo
The Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology, Aliero, has conferred an honorary doctorate degree on Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, in recognition of his contributions to societal development.
The honour was bestowed on Saturday during the university’s joint maiden convocation ceremony held at the Convocation Arena in Aleru, Kebbi State.
In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, it was disclosed that Governor Lawal was selected and formally approved for the honorary award by the university’s Senate.
According to the statement, the convocation activities began on Wednesday with a press briefing addressed by the Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Engr. Prof. Danshehu Bagudu Gwandangaji.
The university explained that the award reflects its commitment to recognising individuals whose efforts have made meaningful and lasting impacts on society. Governor Lawal was conferred with the Degree of Doctor of Science (D.Sc) Honoris Causa in acknowledgment of his distinguished service and notable contributions across key sectors.
The Senate cited the governor’s achievements in education, healthcare delivery, infrastructure development, economic growth, and workers’ welfare as major reasons for the honour. The institution expressed confidence that such recognition would further motivate the governor to intensify efforts toward advancing development in Zamfara State.
Earlier, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Gwandangaji revealed that since its establishment in 2005, the university has produced a total of 7,221 undergraduate graduates and 669 postgraduate graduates between the 2010/2011 and 2023/2024 academic sessions.
