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…Urges Sustained Commitment to Global Standard.
The Council for Legal Education has commended Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, for its remarkable strides in the development of its Faculty of Law, describing the improvements as “substantial and commendable.”
The visiting team, led by the Director General of the Council, Professor Isa Hayatu Chiroma (SAN), emphasized that the University must sustain its momentum to meet both national and international benchmarks for legal education.
He acknowledged the visible progress made by IBBUL since the Council’s last visit.
The Director General stated that, “There is no denying that we have seen significant improvement.
From furniture and teaching aids to a functional e-library, the University has demonstrated commendable commitment to building a conducive environment for legal education. This is a step in the right direction.”
While appreciating the efforts of the Management, Professor Chiroma stressed the need for further enhancements in modern teaching and staff welfare facilities. “Television and satellite services are not luxuries; they are teaching tools. The same applies to fridges, air-conditioning systems, and well-furnished common rooms for both staff and students. If these facilities are available, lecturers will remain committed, and students will find a healthy environment to learn and interact. Similarly, classrooms must be adequately equipped with air-conditioners, blinds, and smart boards, while the library requires a steady supply of new books and periodicals. In law, knowledge is updated daily, and so must the resources. The University is on the right path, but it must not relent.” he maintained
Responding, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Mohammed Hadi Sulaiman, reaffirmed IBBUL’s resolve to make the Faculty of Law a model of excellence.
“On behalf of the Council and Management of this University, I want to assure you that your observations have been carefully noted.
I guarantee that these concerns from classrooms and common rooms to teaching aids and welfare facilities will be addressed promptly. Law remains at the top of our priorities, and our vision is to make this Faculty compete favourably with the best in Nigeria and beyond.”
Professor Sulaiman also emphasized the University’s strict compliance with regulatory standards in its preparations for law admissions.
“We will not compromise the guidelines of the Council for Legal Education. Despite pressures, we have resisted the temptation to admit students prematurely because quality cannot be rushed. At the same time, we are working to attract senior academics to strengthen our faculty, offering incentives where necessary. Our mission is clear: to establish a Faculty of Law that stands as a lasting legacy, one that will command respect across Nigeria and Africa.”
In a closing remark, the Registrar and Secretary to Council, Alhaji Idris Saleh Kusherki, expressed deep appreciation to the Director General and his team for their visit and constructive feedback.
“We feel highly privileged to have you here once again, and I assure you that we have taken copious note of all your observations,” he said
Alhaji Kusherki pledged the Institution’s commitment to immediate corrective action and continuous improvement.
“Within the next few weeks, we will work tirelessly to address the highlighted issues, especially in areas concerning infrastructure, staff welfare, and modern teaching equipment. Your observations are not just instructions but guiding principles that will strengthen our pursuit of academic excellence.”