The Council of Legal Education has lifted its restriction on Bingham University’s first and second batches of law graduates.
This was confirmed by the university’s vice chancellor, Professor Haruna Ayuba, during the institution’s fifth combined convocation held on Saturday in Karu Local Government Area, Nasarawa State.
During the convocation, Bingham University celebrated the graduation of 2,217 students. Among them, 57 achieved first-class honours, 519 earned second-class upper degrees, 576 received second-class lower degrees, 179 graduated with third-class honours, and 9 with pass degrees.
Professor Ayuba announced that 131 students from the 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 academic years have now been cleared to attend law school, stating that the Council’s decision to lift the ban on the university’s initial law graduates was a “good development.”
He noted, “To the glory of God and in appreciation to the council, a total of 131 law graduates of Bingham University have all been mobilised to law school.”
“Induction of a total of 123 medical doctors by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) in 2024 is also one other achievement we are so proud of,” he added.
He appealed to stakeholders and guests for their support in raising educational standards and expanding access to quality education, stating, “There is an urgent need for the construction of more student hostels to meet the growing student population; we need more buildings for faculties, laboratories, classrooms, and lecture halls. There is also the need for the expansion of the ICT centre, provision of solar street lights on campus, additional paved road network, and expansion of the university health centre, among others.”
Retired General Martin Agwai, the convocation’s special guest, praised stakeholders for their contributions to enhancing Bingham University’s reputation.
He addressed the graduates, saying, “We are gathered to celebrate your achievement, acknowledge your hard work, and share in the joy of your graduation. I see a room filled with bright, ambitious, and talented individuals who will overcome challenges, embrace opportunities, and transform dreams into reality.”
Dr. Bagat Mallam, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, encouraged graduates to apply their university-acquired knowledge to make a positive impact in their chosen fields.
“To the graduates, as you move up the ladder in your career, remember the ability to lead. Also remember your personality, attitude, behaviours, and interpersonal skills that will ultimately determine your level of success,” he remarked.
The Acting Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), John Maiyaki, commended Bingham University for its significant growth and affirmed the NUC’s commitment to enhancing curriculum standards to foster more international partnerships, particularly with Bingham University.
Professor Haruna Andrew, the university’s pro-chancellor, lauded the vice chancellor for advancing the visions of his predecessors and encouraged graduates to embrace their roles as future leaders.
“You not only acquired knowledge and good character in Bingham but have developed the necessary skills to navigate the intricacies of the world beyond the walls of the university,” he said.
