Kano Govt renames Yusuf Maitama Sule University to Northwest university
The Kano State Executive Council, has approved the reversion of Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano to its former name, Northwest University Kano.
Recall that the administration of former Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje renamed the university to Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano after the demise of the elder statesman.
This is contained in a statement released by the Public Relations Officer, Ministry of Higher Education, Malam Sunusi Kofar-Naisa on Saturday in Kano.
Kofar-Naisa said the decision to revert to the original name of the university was taken during the council’s 21st sitting on Friday, 29th November 2024 based on the original purpose for which the university was established in 2012.
“To honor the late statesman, Dr. Yusuf Maitama Sule, the council has also approved the naming of a new higher institution in Ghari Local Government as Yusuf Maitama Sule College of Education and Advanced Studies, Ghari.
“The institution is modeled after existing colleges like Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso College of Education in Tudun Wada, Audu Bako College in Dambatta, and Mallam Aminu Kano College, popularly known as Legal,” he said.
Kofar-Naisa added that the newly established Yusuf Maitama Sule College of Education and Advanced Studies, Ghari, is expected to significantly contribute to teacher training and advanced studies in the state.
He said that it would stand as a symbol of respect and remembrance for the late elder statesman, alongside other institutions named after prominent figures from Kano.
“The council has directed that the relevant bills establishing the college and renaming the university be forwarded to the Kano State House of Assembly for legislative approval,” he said.
Kofar-Naisa said the council approved a policy reform extending the retirement age for professors at universities from 65 to 70 years and for academic staff in other higher institutions from 60 to 65 years.
He said the development highlights the government’s commitment to preserving the legacy of Kano’s prominent figures while enhancing access to quality education.
“The renaming of Northwest University and the establishment of Yusuf Maitama Sule College of Education reflect Kano’s recognition of its leaders’ contributions to national development,” he added.
