The Ahmadu Bello University(ABU) is one of the Biggest University In West Africa will be marking her 50th Anniversary, Which is one of the five Universities in Nigeria to have accomplish it. The other universities to reach that mark are:
*. The Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife
* The University Of Nigeria, Nsukka
*. The University Of Lagos
*. The University of Ibadan,
Background/History of Ahmadu Bello University
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria was formally opened for academic activities on the 4th October, 1962. At take-off, the University started modestly with only four Faculties, fifteen Departments and four hundred and twenty six students.
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ICT Directorate, VC's Office | Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria (http://abu.edu.ng/golden/)