Gov. Umar Namadi stated this during a courtesy visit by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Fatima-Batool Mukhtar, on Thursday in Dutse.
He said the state government would explore areas of collaboration to support innovative learning and sponsor students in specialised programmes for enhance skill development.
The governor said the partnership also focused on computing, data science, aviation management and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
“I assure you that the Jigawa state government will continue to be a valued partner,” he said.
Namadi highlighted the relevance of the specialised programmes being offered by the university and reaffirmed commitment to explore opportunities for indigent students.
He said the introduction of innovative online courses was designed to attract students and scholars to the university.
Earlier, Mukhtar said the institution was committed to quality education, innovation and excellence.
She said the university had introduced online learning services, compulsory e-learning week and Students’ Consultative Forum, to encourage students engagement in decision making.
“We have online services that allow students to attend lectures from home, while lecturers can also teach from their homes. For the students and staff to be familiar with this, we have set aside one week every semester for compulsory e-learning week,” she said. .
She also called for more collaboration in computer programming with notable industry players such as Cisco, Huawei and Oracle Academy.
“Your Excellency, Azman University is already gaining strength in computing programmes, and already we have registration with Cisco, Huawei and Oracle Academy. We are certified instructors for Huawei.
“So, we would like to appeal to Your Excellency, to partner with us in your community development projects and skills development for youth, for certified courses in computing programmes,” Muktar said.
The VC commended the state government over the 32 per cent budgetary allocation to the education sector and N3 billion grant to the Scholarship Board in the 2025 fiscal year.
By Aisha Ahmed
Dutse
