Muhammad Gumel named new vice-chancellor for Federal University Dutse
The Federal University Dutse in Jigawa State has announced the appointment of Prof. Muhammad Gumel as its fourth substantive Vice-Chancellor. The decision was made by the university’s Governing Council during an extraordinary meeting on June 8, 2024. Prof. Shu’aibu Abdulrahim, the council chairman, confirmed that the appointment will take effect from February 10, 2026. Prof. Gumel has pledged to build on the achievements of his predecessor.
What we know
- Prof. Muhammad Gumel was chosen after a rigorous selection process involving 21 shortlisted candidates.
- His appointment as Vice-Chancellor will officially begin on February 10, 2026.
- The announcement was made by Prof. Shu’aibu Abdulrahim following a council meeting on June 8, 2024.
- Prof. Gumel holds advanced degrees from the University of Malaya, Malaysia, including a PhD in Industrial Biotechnology.
- He has promised to continue and expand on the progress made by the outgoing Vice-Chancellor.
