The opening ceremony of the International Union of Universities branch in the capital #Nigeria #Abuja, attended by a large number of universities, princes, ambassadors and university professors.
Under the patronage of Professor Dr. Muhammad Khair Al-Ghabani Al-Husseini, President of the International Union of Universities, the opening ceremony of the regional office in Africa of the Union was held in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja, in the presence of a large number of kings, princes, ambassadors, university presidents and academics.
The ceremony was opened with a speech by Professor Dr. Rafaa Abdul Hamid, University of Abuja, welcoming the guests and congratulating them on the opening of the regional office of the Union, which is an important step for the Federal Republic of Nigeria in developing universities and networking them with international universities.
Then, Dr. Taher Fayez, University of Abuja, spoke about the role of unions and their importance in the academic community.
Then, Professor Muhammad Khair Al-Ghabani Al-Hussaini, the sponsor of the opening, spoke about the importance of this step, especially in Nigeria, as Nigeria is one of the largest African countries in terms of population and natural resources, and the strengthening of cooperation between the Union and African countries, especially in establishing university specializations that keep pace with the needs of Nigerian society. Then, he gave a brief introduction to the Union’s work, activities, effectiveness, and achievements.
Then, Professor Mohammed Thalith Sheikho, President of Al-Istiqama University, spoke about Al-Istiqama University's participation in the conferences and exhibitions of the Union and the role of the Union in enhancing cooperation between universities.
Then, His Excellency Ambassador Ahmed Al-Qashash spoke, stressing the importance of this step at this time when Nigeria is witnessing great development in educational institutions.
Then, the Vice President of Nasarawa University spoke.
And the representative of Abuja University spoke.
The opening session was concluded by Dr. Abdullah Younis Hussein, Vice President of the Union for Nigeria Affairs, in which he thanked the attendees from princes, diplomatic missions and university presidents, and stressed that the doors of the Union are open to all types of cooperation.
Then, the President of the Union honored His Highness Prince Mohammed Zana, diplomatic missions and university presidents with honorary shields and handed over the membership of His Excellency Ambassador Ahmed Al-Qashash in the International Union of Universities.
At the end of the ceremony, the President of the Union, along with the princes and ambassadors, cut the opening ribbon, announcing a new phase of scientific development for all African countries.
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