It was a moment of pride and well-deserved recognition as the Executive Secretary/CEO, Dr. Akutah Pius, MON, was honored with the Lifetime Achievement and Impact Award by the National Alumni Association of Nasarawa State University, Keffi.

The honour was conferred in Abuja during a landmark celebration marking the university’s 25th anniversary, an event that also paid glowing tribute to the institution’s founder and first Executive Governor of Nasarawa State, His Excellency, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, CON.

Dr. Akutah, who also served as chairman of the occasion, highlighted the strategic location of Nasarawa State, which makes NSUK accessible to students from across neighbouring states and the FCT, thereby promoting diversity and inclusiveness.

He further emphasised the need for sustained investment to position the university as a true citadel of learning.

Highlighting recent developments, the ES/CEO pointed to the commissioning of the university’s Secretariat as a significant milestone, signaling a new phase of growth and institutional advancement. He also called on alumni to take a more active role in supporting the university’s continued progress.

Dr. Akutah concluded by expressing deep appreciation to the Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, and the entire academic community for their dedication to excellence.