26/06/2025
National Alumni Association of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai
Appreciation Message
The National Executive Council of the Alumni Association of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, under the exceptional and visionary leadership of its dynamic President, Comrade Prince Muhammad Sani Gashash Dan Chekpan Nupe (Dodon Dawa), in collaboration with the Niger State Alumni Chapter Led by Comrade Kabir Katako, extends its heartfelt appreciation to all individuals and institutions who demonstrated solidarity, support, and compassion during the recent security challenges in Lapai.
We are deeply grateful to the numerous sons and daughters of Niger state and Lapai Emirate, friends of the university, and well-meaning Nigerians who contributed during the university trying Moments through solution-driven engagements, prayers, words of encouragement, and condolence messages.
In particular, the Association acknowledges and appreciates the unwavering support of the following distinguished personalities and institutions:
His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Niger State, Farmer Umar Muhammad Bago, for his prompt and fatherly intervention;
The Emir of Lapai, His Royal Highness Dr. Alhaji Umaru Bago II, and his esteemed council members for their royal guidance and concern;
The Hon. Members Niger State House of Assembly, for their attention and responsiveness;
Hon. Hamidu Muazu Jantabo, Hon. Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, for his courageous presence and leadership;
Hon. Abdullahi Adamu Mamagi, Hon. Commissioner for Tertiary Education;
The Hon. Commissioner for Homeland Security, for strategic security coordination;
The Executive Chairman of Lapai Local Government Area, for his grassroots mobilization and support;
Professor Sheikh Abdullah, Pro-Chancellor of IBBUL, for his distinguished presence;
His Royal Highness Dr. Umar Faruq Bahago, Emir of Minna and Chancellor of IBBUL, for his royal commitment to peace and unity;
Professor Muhammad Hadi Sulaiman, Vice-Chancellor of IBBUL, and the entire management team for their proactive engagement;
Director Generals of Transport and Student Affairs, for logistical and student welfare support;
LADEF, for their contributions;
Commissioner of Police Niger State, CP AA Elleman, and other security operatives including NSCDC Lapai, DSS Lapai, and the Lapai Vigilante Group, for ensuring the restoration of calm;
National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and the SUG President of IBBUL, for standing by the student community;
Alumni Chapters from Kano State and Kwara State;
Comrade Salihu Isah Kantigi, Princess Asma’u Tafida Aluwo, Hon. Abubakar Ndanusa Kawu, and SP Muhammad, for their individual efforts;
The entire membership of the IBBUL Alumni Association, and
All other patriotic and concerned citizens who played various roles during this period.
Your collective efforts exemplify the true spirit of unity, responsibility, and resilience. May Almighty Allah (SWT) bless and reward each of you abundantly. Ameen.
Signed:
Comrade Prince Muhammad Sani Gashash Dan Chekpan Nupe (Dodon Dawa)
National President, IBBUL Alumni Association
