Federal technology varsity, Minna, environmental school Dean visits NCDC, celebrates Professor Bashar’s appointment, seeks partnership
The Dean, School of Environmental Technology, Federal University of Technology (FUT), Minna, ESV. Prof. O.A. Kemiki, has led a team on a courtesy visit to the Headquarters of the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) in Lafia to congratulate their colleague, ESV. Prof. Muhammad Bashar Nuhu, FNIVS, Shettiman Minna da Kuta, on his appointment as Executive Director, Finance, and to explore areas of collaboration with the Commission.
Prof. Kemiki said the delegation was at the Commission to celebrate the well-deserved appointment of Prof. Bashar, describing it as a source of pride for the School and the University.
This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by Dr. Makut Simon Macham, Head, Media and Corporate Communications, North Central Development Commission (NCDC).
He noted that since joining the Federal University of Technology, Minna over two decades ago, Prof. Bashar has distinguished himself as an accomplished scholar and an outstanding administrator.
According to the Dean, Prof. Bashar’s exemplary service has seen him hold several strategic positions, including Head of the Department of Estate Management and Valuation and Director of the Centre for Human Settlement and Urban Development, among others.
He added that his appointment as Executive Director, Finance, came as no surprise given his proven competence and leadership.
Prof. Kemiki also conveyed the appreciation of the School and the University for the consistent support Prof. Bashar has extended to the Department of Estate Management and Valuation and the School of Environmental Technology.
He particularly acknowledged his invaluable contribution to the successful hosting of the School of Environmental Technology International Conference, describing his support as memorable and deeply appreciated.
The Dean assured the Commission of the School’s readiness to establish strategic partnerships with the NCDC in the areas of research, capacity building, innovation, and development initiatives that will contribute to the realization of the Commission’s mandate across the North Central region.
Welcoming the delegation, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the North Central Development Commission, Dr. Cyril Yiltsen Tsenyil, thanked the visitors for the glowing testimony about Prof. Bashar, describing him as a dedicated professional who is making significant contributions toward the successful take-off and delivery of the Commission’s mandate.
Dr. Tsenyil reiterated the Commission’s commitment to collaborating with educational and research institutions to promote knowledge-driven development and improve the standard of education within the North Central region.
Responding, the Executive Director, Finance, Prof. Muhammad Bashar Nuhu, expressed gratitude to his colleagues for the visit and their words of encouragement.
He pledged to continue contributing to the growth and development of the School of Environmental Technology and the Federal University of Technology, Minna, while remaining committed to the successful implementation of the Commission’s mandate.
