“No to Politicisation of University’s Identity”: ASUU threatens to sue FG over renaming of University

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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at the University of Maiduguri has strongly rejected the Federal Government’s decision to rename the institution after former President Muhammadu Buhari. In a statement signed by its Chairperson, Abubakar Mshelia, and Assistant Secretary, Peter Teri, the union described the move as “ill-conceived, arbitrary, and devoid of meaningful consultation with the university community, alumni, relevant stakeholders, and the general public.”

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The union held an emergency congress on July 24, 2025, attended by ASUU members, representatives of the Student Union Government, and other stakeholders. The congress unanimously resolved to condemn the decision, citing concerns about university autonomy and the preservation of academic traditions. “Congress views any attempt to rename the University of Maiduguri — after 50 years of esteemed existence — as a flagrant disregard for university autonomy, a disruption of cherished academic traditions, and a direct affront to the collective heritage and identity of the university community,” the statement read

ASUU-UNIMAID has vowed to challenge the renaming decision in court and urged other ASUU branches, zones, and the national body to join forces with relevant stakeholders to resist any legislative attempt to endorse the name change. “The union demands that the autonomy and integrity of public universities must be upheld without political interference,” the statement added.

The union’s position highlights the importance of preserving the identity and autonomy of academic institutions and the potential implications of government intervention in university affairs.

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