The East Carolina University (ECU) in the United State of America has appointed Abdullahi Ganduje, governor of Kano, as a visiting full professor of e-governance and international affairs.
Abba Anwar, the governor’s chief press secretary, who broke
the news in a statement on Tuesday, said the appointment was conveyed in a
letter dated November 30 and signed by Victor Mbarika.
Anwar said Ganduje’s appointment was in recognition of his
“accomplishment in good governance and genuine investment in human capital
development.”
“Amazed at the Kano state governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje’s
accomplishment in good governance and genuine investment in human capital
development, the East Carolina University’s, United State of America,
International Center for Information Technology and Development, (ECU-ICITD), College
of Business, appoints the governor to the position of Senior Mentoring Scholar
and Visiting Full Professor of E-Governance and International Affairs,” the
statement read.
The statement also quoted the letter as saying “Ganduje’s
choice is a depiction of close monitoring of his achievements as a governor in
the last couple of years. Which eventually earned him global recognition and
commendation.”
“You have been a source of motivation to the Nigerian youths
both at home and in the diaspora at large. We are amazed at your
accomplishments both as the Executive Governor of Kano State, Nigeria, Fellow
National Association of Educational Administration and Planning, Nigeria, and
your investment in Human Capital Development,” the letter read.
On the responsibilities of the governor, the statement noted
that the varsity’s academic board has asked the governor to provide mentorship
for Ph.D. students and junior lecturers of the institution.
It added that the governor is also expected to advise the
institution’s research center on academic issues related to e-governance and
international affairs.
“Looking at your academic, administrative, and overall
leadership record in Nigeria and Africa, you fit perfectly in East Carolina
University’s goal to remain a leading research and teaching institution in the
United States and beyond,” it added.
“It is our fervent hope, Sir, that you will accept this
offer. Your appointment will be posted at …ECU-ICITD’s website…once we get your
acceptance.”
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