By Ado Salisu, Kano
The Vice-Chancellor of Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN), Professor Abdulrashid Garba, has received in audience, the National Universities Commission (NUC) Accreditation Team on a courtesy visit and accreditation exercise for the University’s Nursing Science Programme.
A statement by the University’s Acting Director, Public Relations, Media and internal affairs, Jibrin Ado Dandawaki said the team was formally received by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal Officers of the University as part of the ongoing accreditation engagement.
In his remarks, the Team Lead congratulated the Vice-Chancellor for serving as the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of KHAIRUN and commended the progress recorded by the University since its establishment.
He explained that the purpose of the visit was not to witch-hunt the University, but to objectively assess the facilities, staffing, academic resources and other key requirements supporting the Nursing Science Programme, while providing constructive recommendations where necessary.
Responding, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abdulrashid Garba warmly welcomed the NUC Team to the University and expressed his appreciation for their visit.
He prayed for a successful and fruitful accreditation exercise and wished the members a safe journey back to their respective destinations.
He also briefed the Team on the vision and mission of the Founder, Sheikh Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu, as well as the University’s commitment to producing academically sound and morally upright graduates through its various programmes.
Professor Garba then expressed readiness to cooperate fully with the Accreditation Team throughout the exercise, in line with its commitment to maintaining academic standards, continuous improvement and compliance with regulatory requirements.
