ADSU VC congratulates Fintiri at 59
The Vice-Chancellor of Adamawa State University (ADSU), Mubi, Professor Clement Augustine, has congratulated Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri on his 59th birthday, commending his administration’s commitment to education, infrastructure development and improved welfare for workers in the state.
In a congratulatory message issued on behalf of the Governing Council, management, staff and students of the university, Augustine described the governor’s birthday as an opportunity to acknowledge his contributions to the development of Adamawa State, particularly in the education sector.
“On behalf of the Governing Council, management, staff and students of Adamawa State University, Mubi, I warmly congratulate His Excellency, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, on his 59th birthday. We appreciate his administration’s commitment to educational development, staff welfare and the advancement of our university,” Augustine said in a message to The Finder.
The Vice-Chancellor said the state government’s interventions in tertiary education had contributed to efforts to strengthen academic institutions and create a more supportive environment for teaching, learning and research.
He particularly acknowledged the administration’s attention to the welfare of university employees, describing investment in human capital as essential to sustainable development.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SIR
HIS EXCELLENCY, RT. HON. AHMADU UMARU FINTIRI
HAPPY 59TH BIRTHDAY, YOUR EXCELLENCY! The Governing Council, Management, Staff and entire University Community of Adamawa State University, Mubi, heartily felicitate with Your Excellency on the joyous occasion of your 59th birthday. We celebrate your commitment to educational advancement and the development of Adamawa State. May Almighty God grant you sound health, divine wisdom, long life and greater accomplishments. Happy 59th Birthday, Your Excellency!
Professor Clement Augustine, Vice Chancellor, ADSU, Mubi
According to Augustine, educational institutions require consistent government support to fulfil their responsibilities of producing skilled graduates, promoting innovation and contributing to the socioeconomic advancement of society.
He also emphasised the importance of sustained collaboration between the state government and the university in addressing challenges confronting higher education.
The Vice-Chancellor expressed optimism that continued investment in education would strengthen the university’s capacity to deliver quality academic programmes and prepare young people for productive roles in society.
The university community further acknowledged the governor’s infrastructure initiatives across Adamawa State, noting the importance of public investment in creating opportunities for economic growth and social development.
Augustine urged the governor to remain committed to policies that promote educational advancement, institutional development and the welfare of residents.
“As you celebrate this important milestone, we pray that Almighty God grants you good health, wisdom, strength and many more years of fruitful service to the people of Adamawa State,” the proposed message added.
Fintiri, who was born on 27 October 1967, became governor of Adamawa State in 2019 and was re-elected in 2023.
His 59th birthday was marked by goodwill messages from political leaders, government institutions and organisations across the state.