BAUCHI, BAUCHI STATE– Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has made a clarion call to the latest graduates of Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZAU), advising them to shift from “job candidates” to “creators of chances.”
Speaking on Saturday, March 28, 2026, during the organization’s combined 8th, 9th, and 10th convocation ceremony, the Guv stressed that in an extremely competitive international economy, academic certificates serve only as platforms for development, not ensured tickets to success.
The ceremony saw the graduation of 11,813 students across numerous disciplines, marking a considerable milestone for the state-owned organization.
A Vision for Task Production
Guv Mohammed entrusted the graduands to look beyond the standard pursuit of civil service or corporate work.
He kept in mind that the real value of their education lies in their ability to identify societal obstacles and engineer sustainable options.
“Do not limit yourselves to seeking work. Become creators of opportunities, innovators, and option service providers,” the Guv stated.
He advised the audience that while the university has provided the fundamental knowledge, the world exterior is “unforgiving” and requires a blend of hard work, persistence, and steadfast integrity.
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Comprehensive Graduation Data
The 2026 combined convocation featured a varied cohort of routine, part-time, and postgraduate trainees.
Data provided by the university highlights a strong efficiency in the upper honours classifications, regardless of a notable gender space in the graduating population.
Undergraduate Honours Breakdown:
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First Class: 216 graduates (1.83%)
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Second Class Upper: 3,438 graduates (29.10%)
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Second Class Lower: 5,563 graduates (47.09%)
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3rd Class/Pass: 2,596 graduates (21.98%)
Gender Circulation:
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Male Graduates: 8,387 (71%)
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Female Graduates: 3,426 (29%)
Enhancing Research and Postgraduate Studies
At the postgraduate level, the university provided degrees on 443 prospects, indicating an increase in innovative research capability within the state. This associate included 25 PhD holders and 145 Academic Master’s degree earners.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Fatima Tahir, advised the postgraduate and undergraduate scholars alike to promote the values of discipline and service.
She advised them that as they move into a new phase of life, they bring the track record of Sa’adu Zungur University with them.
Financial Investment in Future Human Being Capital
Guv Mohammed commended the university’s management and personnel for their strength in maintaining academic quality despite prevailing economic challenges.
He repeated his administration’s position that education remains the “greatest financial investment” for the state’s future, vowing ongoing support for infrastructural development within the university.
As the countless new graduates depart the school, the Governor’s message remained clear: the degree is simply a tool; the character and development of the holder will determine their impact on national development.