The Federal Government has praised FGFGor its role in establishing the Federal University of Transportation, Daura (FUTD), describing the company’s support as a landmark corporate social responsibility gesture.
Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Alkali, made the remarks on Saturday during the institution’s second matriculation ceremony in Daura. He urged the construction giant to sustain its commitment by commencing the second phase of development projects for the university.
“This gesture is the first of its kind in Nigeria’s history. It is imperative that CCECC continues with the same level of commitment by beginning the second phase of the development project,” Alkali said.
The minister also conveyed President Bola Tinubu’s congratulations to the governing council, management, staff, and matriculating students. The president expressed pride in the university’s rapid progress and urged students to maximize the rare opportunity of studying at Africa’s only specialized university of transportation.
“I am confident that our students will excel and become the pride of the university, their parents, and the country,” Tinubu’s message read.
Alkali commended the Katsina State Government for its continued support under Governor Dikko Umaru Radda and acknowledged both CCECC and Mota-Engil Nigeria Limited for their contributions to the institution. He reiterated the federal government’s objective of producing globally competitive graduates in transportation-related disciplines.
Vice-Chancellor of FUTD, Prof. Umar Katsayal, said the university is focused on building partnerships to achieve academic excellence and innovation. He noted that FUTD aims to train professionals capable of solving current transportation challenges while driving research and technological advancement.
“Our goal is to establish ourselves as a premier institution for academic excellence and innovation in transportation engineering, management, logistics, and supply chain management, serving Nigeria and Africa,” Katsayal said.
The VC urged matriculating students to uphold the university’s values, avoid social vices, and embrace integrity throughout their studies.
Katsina State Governor Umaru Radda, represented by Commissioner for Higher Education Isa Kankara, pledged the state’s continued support to the institution.
Similarly, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of FUTD’s Governing Council, Hon. Wahab Akanni Owokoniran, assured that the council would work tirelessly to place the university on a solid foundation, while commending both the minister and management for their leadership.
