Federal Government Renames UNIABUJA to Yakubu Gowon University

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The Federal Government has renamed the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) to Yakubu Gowon University, in honor of Nigeria’s former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, who recently marked his 90th birthday.

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The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed the decision during a briefing at the State House on Monday, following a Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu.

Idris noted that the proposal for the renaming will be submitted to the National Assembly for formal approval.

This gesture recognizes General Gowon’s contributions to the nation’s history and leadership.