Adamu Ahmed has officially taken over as the 13th Vice-Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, succeeding Prof. Kabiru Bala, whose tenure ended on May 30, 2025.
The handover ceremony held at the ABU Senate Chambers drew notable academics from within and outside the university community.
An alumnus of the university, Prof. Adamu Ahmed earned his undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Geography and Urban and Regional Planning at ABU. He attained the rank of professor in 2012. He also previously served as Commissioner for Lands and Survey in Bauchi State under the administration of Governor Bala Muhammad.
While promising to build on the legacies of his predecessor, Prof. Kabiru Bala, he stated his commitment to ensuring that collaboration in research and innovation among staff and students aligns with global standards. “With globally respected academics, a strong student body, and dedicated administrators, we will make a difference,” he affirmed.
Born on April 2, 1964, Prof. Adamu Ahmed was appointed ABU Vice-Chancellor, Pro-Chancellor, and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Education, Kano.
He appreciated the Governing Council of ABU and his predecessor and appealed for their continued support as he assumed leadership of the prestigious institution. The event drew an esteemed gathering that included the university’s principal officers, senior management staff, deans, directors, and heads of departments. Also in attendance were members of the Zazzau Emirate Council, distinguished alumni from Nigeria and abroad, and press representatives.
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