By Umar Usman Duguri
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the renaming of the Federal University of Sciences, Azare, in honour of the late eminent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, in recognition of his enduring contributions to Islamic learning and moral leadership.
The announcement was made during the President’s condolence visit on Saturday, 20 December, 2025, where he commiserated with the family of the late Sheikh and offered special prayers for the repose of his soul.
President Tinubu arrived at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport, Bauchi, and was warmly received by the Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, in the company of Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, ministers, and top government officials.
Notably present were Mallam Isa Yuguda; the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar; the Minister of Health, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate; and other dignitaries who joined in welcoming the President.
President Tinubu’s delegation included the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Honourable Tajuddeen Abbas; Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni; the President’s son, Seyi Bola Tinubu; and several notable personalities.
While extending condolences to the family of late Sheikh government and the entire citizens of Bauchi State, Tinubu described the demise of Sheik Dahiru Bauchi as monumental, appreciating the warm reception accorded.
He, however, commended Governor Mohammed for carrying everybody along, describing him as his brother and hardworking, resilient and determined individual.
Earlier, Governor Mohammed expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the condolence visit and for honouring the memory of Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi by renaming the university, even as he described the move as a proud moment for Bauchi State and the nation.
