A former vice-chancellor of the University of Abuja, Professor Nuhu Yaqub, has died at the age of 73.
He died in Abuja after a brief illness.
Management of the university confirmed his death via a terse statement shared on Facebook.
“The University of Abuja mourns the passing of our esteemed former Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nuhu O. Yaqub, OFR ( 2004 -2009).
“Yaqub passed away this morning in Abuja, after a brief illness at the age of 73.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. May Allah grant him Jannat ul Firdaus, Ameen.”
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