Former President and Commander-in-Chief of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, GCFR, has hinted on more hostel accommodation for Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai.

He dropped the hint when the University Management team led by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Mohammed Hadi Sulaiman visited him at his UpHill residence in Minna.

The Elder Statesman appreciated the Management of the University for the courtesy visit and prayed that the University would continue to grow stronger.

He expressed the hope that shortage of hostel accommodation for students would be a thing of the past.

“We will do the best to assist the University,” he emphasized.

Earlier in his remarks, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Mohammed Hadi Sulaiman thanked the Elder Statesman for the excellent services he is rendering to the country and humanity, especially IBB University, Lapai.

Professor Sulaiman equally appreciated the former Military President for the warm reception and told him that the University was in dare need of more hostel accommodation, stressing that the Elder Statesman should come to the rescue of the University, using his immense influence.

He disclosed that another Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETfund) hostel intervention to the tune of Three Billion, Eight Hundred Thousand naira was in the offing for the University.

Professor Sulaiman said that the intervention was for the construction of both male a female hotels with three hundred rooms each.

The Vice Chancellor briefed the former President on the events of the past weeks in the University, which led to its closer.

He stressed that hostel accommodation has become a major nightmare for students of over Nineteen thousand, with over Seventeen thousand living off campus.

On the entourage of the Vice Chancellor were, the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic, Professor Muhammad Aliyu Bello; Registrar, Alhaji Idris Saleh Kusherki; and the University Librarian, Dr. Abubakar N. Usman.

Others were, Bursar, Alhaji Muhammad Alfa Daniyan and the Deputy Registrar, Information, Alhaji Baba Akote respectively.

Prayers were offered for the life of the Elder Statesman, the University, Niger State, and Nigeria.

The Centre for Applied Sciences and Technology Research (CASTER) Building, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai has been named PROFESSOR NUHU GEORGE OBAJE BUILDING.

This was announced by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Mohammed Hadi Sulaiman at the 100th regular Senate Meeting held in the Senate Chamber, Main Campus, Lapai.

He said the approval for the naming was given by the University Governing Council as recommended by the Management .

Professor Sulaiman said the move is to immortalise late Professor Obaje for his dogged research exploits in the University.

The Vice Chancellor urged other Researchers in the University to continue to maintain the lead in their research activities.

Before his death in November last year, Late Professor Nuhu George Obaje was the Coordinating Director, Research and Development and the pioneer Basinal Chair Professor for the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL).

Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai has confirmed the promotion
of seven Professors and sixteen others to the position of Readers.

The announcement for the confirmation was made at the 100th regular meeting of the Senate held in the Senate Chamber, Main Campus, Lapai.

The Vice Chancellor, Professor Mohammed Hadi Sulaiman announced that the University Governing Council at its 60th regular meeting held on Tuesday, the 27th May, 2025 had earlier ratify the promotions.

Those promoted to professorial seat are: Dr. Shuaibu Ndagi Sayedi, Professor of Business and Finance; Dr. Adebiyi Alini Adelakun, Open Distance and e-Learning ;
Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Baji, Educational Psychology; Dr. Aliyu Mohammed, Health Education (Mental and Social Health); Dr. Olajide Muili Folaranmi, Adult and Non-Formal Education.

Others new professors are, Dr. Mathew Tersoo Tsepav, Applied Geo-Physics; and Dr. James Obilikwu, Financial Economics respectively.

Those promoted to Readers (Associates Professors) are: Dr. Muktar Bala, Health and Quantitative Economics; Dr. Hussaini Mohammed Majiya, Public Health Microbiology and Biotechnology; Dr. Adisa Mohammed Jimoh, Natural Products Chemistry; Dr. Nmadu Timothy, Human Resources Management; Dr. Muhammed Habiba Maikudi, Applied Plant Mycology; Dr. Mohammed Jiya Lakan, Extension Education and Community Development; Dr. Suleiman Yusuf Bagerei, Food Technology; Dr. Ibrahim Suleiman Kuta, Nuclear and Radiation Physics; Dr. Amuzat Aliyu, Nutritional Biochemistry/Phytomedicine.

Others are: Dr. Musa Emanuel Umaru, Criminology and Security Studies; Dr. Aishat Rabiu Sani, Medical Microbiology (Bacteriology); Dr. Yahaya Say Yadi Mohammed, Environmental Engineering; Dr. Ndanusa Babakatcha, Electronic/Communication; Dr. Usman Naji Gimba, Public Health/Parasitology; Dr. Mohammed Isah Legbo, Pharmaceutical Microbiology; and Dr. Musa Usman, Local Government Administration respectively.

In a congratulatory message, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Mohammed Hadi Sulaiman urged the promoted academic staff to continue to work harder and use their new positions for the growth and development of the University.

He also extended a congratulatory message from the Visitor, His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Niger State, Farmer Muhammad Umaru Bago and the Honourable Commissioner, Tertiary Education, Honourable Abdullahi Adamu Mammagi, urging them to be more dedicated to their primary assignments of teaching and research.

All promotions take effect from 1st October, 2024.

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has approved a Special Intervention Project worth ₦750 million for the construction of a 200-bed capacity students’ hostel at the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai.

The project, which will be executed within 36 weeks (9 months), comprise 32 rooms, two common rooms, a modern kitchen, laundry area, a borehole with overhead tank, and each room will be equipped with a private toilet and wardrobe, ensuring a comfortable and conducive environment for students.

Speaking at the signing of the contract, the Vice Chancellor of IBBU, Professor Muhammad Hadi Sulaiman, described the development as a strategic boost to students’ welfare infrastructure, emphasizing the University’s commitment to improved campus life and academic excellence.

“We are grateful to TETfund for this intervention, which aligns with our long-term vision for a student-friendly environment,” he said.

The project followed due process, including a comprehensive feasibility study, geotechnical survey, soil analysis, structural and architectural designs, and the preparation of a detailed bill of quantity, all of which culminated in an open competitive bidding process in line with public procurement guidelines.

The Chief Executive of the construction firm handling the project, Green-View Tech. Limited, TPL Muhammad Hamza has assured of timely and quality delivery pledging utmost professionalism.

“We are bringing our experience and commitment to this project. It is not just about erecting a structure; it’s about creating a lasting legacy for future leaders,” he stated.

The project which will be supervised by Shelter Groove Architects, the consulting firm providing technical guidance throughout the construction phase.

The firm’s involvement is to ensures that best practices in structural integrity and functional design are strictly adhered to.

This intervention is expected to significantly address the accommodation challenges faced by students and further promote academic concentration and well-being on campus.