How Bingham University witnessed unprecedented growth in 6 years – Outgoing VC
By Anita Uzoagba
The outgoing Vice Chancellor of Bingham University, Prof. William Qurix, has attributed the unprecedented growth in the students population between 2018 and 2023 to team work and dedication by the staff and management.
Qurix, who said this at a valedictory meeting with members of staff, noted that the students’ population soared from 2,500 in 2018 to over 7,000 undergraduates and 2,000 postgraduates in 2023.
The vice chancellor, while addressing the members of staff, reminisced some of the challenges faced from when he assumed office in January 2018.
“The university was marred by financial woes, governance challenges and a looming withdrawal of its licence which at the time required drastic measures.
“The journey from old Bingham to the revitalised new Bingham was achieved by strategic planning to include restoration of the university image among ECWA members.
“The establishment of additional faculties and programmes led to a robust increase in students’ enrollment, payment of all outstanding salaries and pension liabilities, successful collaborations and partnerships.
“The university witnessed unprecedented growth with the student population soaring from 2,500 in 2018 to over 7,000 undergraduate and 2,000 postgraduate student in 2023,” he said.
According to him, in spite of challenges such as COVID 19, security concerns, financial constraints, infrastructure inadequacies, among others, the university demonstrated resilience.
He emphasised the importance of teamwork in maintaining the trajectory of growth and excellence of the institution.
Qurix expressed deep appreciation to the management and the university community for their dedication and efforts toward restoring the institution’s image.
Prof. Dul Johnson, Deputy Vice Chancellor, expressed deep appreciation over Qurix’s unwavering commitment and tireless efforts in restoring the image of the university.
Johnson particularly lauded the vice chancellor’s transformative leadership, “especially the strides made in academic excellence and infrastructural development”.
The News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) reports that other members of the university community from various quarters spoke glowingly about the VC’s exemplary leadership.
They described Qurix as a dedicated and hardworking professional with a compassionate heart of a father.
They wished him well as he will be leaving the office on Jan. 8. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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Edited by Dorcas Jonah/Isaac Aregbesola/Ephraims Sheyin
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