The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Education, Zaria, Prof. Yahaya Isa Bunkure, has described the Registrar, Alh Shehu Iya Sa’idu, as a dependable administrator whose confirmation as the substantive Registrar of the University was competence-based.
A statement signed by Sani Lawal Maqarphy media aide to the VC said Prof. Bunkure stated this on Monday, 19 October 2026, when he received a delegation from the descendants of Malam Abdulkarimu of the Katsinawa ruling dynasty of Zazzau, in his office.
Introducing the delegation, Alh Aliyu Muhammadu, Dan Amar Zazzau, explained that the visit was to express appreciation to the Vice-Chancellor and the Governing Council over the confirmation of the appointment of a member of the family, Alh. Shehu Iya Sa’idu, as substantive Registrar.
Prof. Bunkure expressed his gratitude for the visit, describing it as both sacred and a distinct honour. He noted that the Registrar’s confirmation strictly adhered to extant laws and established procedures, while pointing to the candidate’s demonstrated competence and proven ability during his tenure in an acting capacity.
He described Sa’idu as a dependable administrator who had supported him since he assumed office. He noted that the Registrar, as custodian of the University’s laws and administrative procedures, was expected to uphold integrity, discipline and adherence to established rules.
Prof. Bunkure assured the delegation of continued cooperation with stakeholders towards the progress of the University. He also praised their unity and acknowledged the importance of family guidance and elders’ counsel in nurturing responsible leaders.
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The Vice-Chancellor reaffirmed his administration’s vision to bring initiatives that would advance the institution, noting that ongoing projects had been sustained and established administrative processes maintained.
In a brief admonishment, Mal. Balarabe Sa’idu Yahaya Ɗandodo, Makaddas Zazzau, advised the Registrar to maintain discipline, obedience and support for the University’s progress.
He urged Alh. Sa’idu to remain committed to his responsibilities and offered prayers for peaceful tenures for the Registrar, the Vice-Chancellor and other members of the University Management.
Members of the delegation included Alh. Ahmad Bashari Aminu, Danbarhim Zazzau; Dr. Bello Abdulkadir, Salanken Zazzau; Alh. Ahmed Abubakar Aminu, Yandotan Zazzau; Alh. Abdullahi Bashari Aminu, Dangiwan Zazzau; Alh. Musa Ahmed, Kuyanbana Zazzau; Alh. Aminu Abdulkarim, Ubandoma and Alh. Aminu Iya Sa’idu, Kogunan Zazzau.
Also in attendance were Alhaji Bashir Shehu Idris, Ubangarin Zazzau; Haj. Amina Abdulkadir Salanke; Alh. Abubakar Ibrahim, Wanyan Ayyuka; Alh. Jibril Yahaya, Danlawan; Alh. Sani Ibrahim Tanko, Wakilin Watsa Labarai Zazzau; Alh. Abdulkadir Magaji, Sarkin Yaran Zazzau; the Jarman Kudun Zazzau, and a host of others.
The Vice-Chancellor was accompanied by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Management Services), Prof. Kabiru Haruna Danja; the Registrar, Alh. Shehu Iya Sa’idu; the Bursar, Alh. Muhammad Kabiru Aliyu; and the Secretary/COS to the Vice-Chancellor, Mal Sani Ibrahim Wambai.
