Kano: Skyline University Nigeria (SUN) is set to graduate 223 students at its 4th convocation ceremony in Kano, with 24 earning first-class honours.
The event marks eight years of academic excellence and innovation, as the institution reaffirms its commitment to producing globally competitive graduates who are equipped with the skills, values, and entrepreneurial drive.
Prof. Ajith Kumar, the first-class chancellor of the university, disclosed this on Monday in Kano during a pre-convocation press briefing, ahead of the ceremony marking eight years of academic excellence and innovation.
He said the graduates comprised 180 with bachelor’s degrees and 43 postgraduate students who have been found worthy in character and learning.
“24 students graduated with first class honours, 79 in second class upper division, and 77 in second class lower division.
“This year’s convocation represents not just the culmination of hard work and dedication, but the realisation of Skyline University Nigeria’s vision of producing globally competitive graduates equipped with skills, values, and innovative thinking.
“Since our inception in 2018, Skyline University Nigeria has remained a beacon of quality education, enriching minds, igniting innovation, and shaping the future of young Nigerians,” he said.
Kumar reaffirmed the university’s commitment to advancing quality education, technological innovation, and social transformation, adding that SUN remained focused on producing graduates “who are not only employable but also capable of creating jobs and driving change in society.”
The vice-chancellor stated that the university, being the first International Private University in Kano State, had expanded from two to five schools, now offering a diverse range of programmes, including Law, Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, and Postgraduate Degrees.
He announced that the National Universities Commission (NUC) had granted full accreditation to all programmes offered by the institution.
Kumar added that the NUC had approved seven new part-time degree programmes in International Relations, Economics, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Mass Communication, and Computer Science.
The V-C also highlighted some of the university’s recent initiatives, including the training of over 1,000 teachers, 100 youths, and 50 young entrepreneurs through its Corporate Social Responsibility programmes.
“This is in addition to participation in the World Bank-supported IDEAS Project aimed at developing digital and technical skills among Nigerian youths,” he said.
The vice-chancellor further stated that the university had inaugurated an HP Gaming Garage and an Artificial Intelligence Innovation Lab to promote entrepreneurship, digital creativity, and research among its students.
He commended the graduating students for their perseverance and achievements, noting that the university’s continued emphasis on holistic education through activities such as career fairs, guest lectures, technical visits, and TEDx events was yielding positive results.
“I commend our graduates for their perseverance and excellence. They embodied the values of knowledge, character, and leadership that Skyline University stands for,” Kumar said.
He also appreciated the institution’s founder, Mr Kamal Puri, the Pro-Chancellor, Mr Nitin Anand, and other governing officials for their visionary leadership, as well as the Kano State Government for its continued support.
“As we send forth another cohort of graduates into the world, we remain dedicated to nurturing leaders who will transform their communities and contribute to Nigeria’s development,” he assured.
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