By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo

The Vice Chancellor of the newly established Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State, Professor William Barnabas Qurix has expressed his commitment to making the University a world-class citadel of learning that will groom graduates, grounded in various fields of Applied Sciences

Professor Qurix, who resumed work at the University Campus alongside other principal officers after their inauguration by the Minister of Education, said the institution will be built on merit and excellence.

He said students wishing to study in the school must earn their score on merit.

“Our mission is to train men and women and equip them with knowledge and skills that can bring transformational development and progress. Indeed progress and development have come to the people. This requires focus, hard work partnerships, transnational education and linkages. So, we will knock on the doors of world universities to seek partnerships,” he said.

The Vice-Chancellor said the university has the potential for ha igh impact on the people of Nigeria.

Professor Qurix thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for finding him worthy to be the pioneer Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia and pledged his total commitment to the progress and development of the university.

He acknowledged the support by some individuals, including Vice President Kashim Shettima,the Kaduna State governor, Mallam Uba Sani,Hon. Minister of Education Dr Maruf Alausa, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung ,whose genius and far sightedness produced the unique bill that birthed the university.

Others acknowledged include Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah, the pro Chancellor, Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Christopher Musa, Gen.M..L Agwai , Justice K. B Akaas , Dr Durungwa, Prof Abubakar Rasheed, Engr. Andy Yakubu and Rev J Hayab.

The Vice Chancellor thanked the Paramount ruler of Kachia, the council Chairman, and the entire community for the warm reception received and their pledge to support the growth of the university

The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, who was at the university, expressed commitment to assist the university while thanking President Tinubu for approving the university for the people of Southern Kaduna.

The Council Chairman of Kachia local government and the lawmaker representating Kachia constituency at the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Hon. Peter Agite commended the president for the establishment of the Federal University of Applied Sciences and a Federal Medical Centre.

The Chairman of the Local government, Dr Manzo, affirmed the commitment of the Council to support the university’s growth and ensure its success. He emphasised that the university must be seen as a place of unity by all

“This marks the beginning of a transformative era; one that will drive educational excellence, innovation.”

Among the entourage that received the Vice Chancellor and his team were esteemed traditional leaders, clergy, lawmakers, stakeholders, and community leaders.