Bayero University, Kano, has hosted the 5th International Conference on Reading Research and Practice, themed “ Reading Research and Practice: The Implication of Artificial Intelligence.” The four-day event, organized by the Nigeria Centre for Reading Research and Development (NCRRD), took place from October 5 to 8, 2025, attracting scholars, researchers, policymakers and education experts.

In a historic move, the National Association of Political Science Students at Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has elected its first female president, Asma’u Hamman Kali, a 400-level student of the Department of Political Science.

In a strong demonstration of Bayero University Kano’s expanding regional partnerships, a high-powered delegation led by Professor Muhammad Auwal Hussaini, Dean, Faculty of Agriculture and representative of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Haruna Musa, participated in the ‘Wearing of the Gown’ ceremony at Dan Dicko Dankoulodo University, Maradi (UDDM), Niger Republic.

Bayero University, Kano, on Thursday, 11th September, 2025, held its second Registry Roundtable Discussion with the theme “Strengthening Administrative Excellence: Rethinking the Roles of Faculty Officers and Administrative Secretaries.”

On Tuesday, 9th September 2025, OPay Digital Services Limited flagged off a groundbreaking ₦60 million scholarship programme for students of Bayero University, Kano—an initiative designed to ease financial burdens and inspire academic excellence.

The Bayero University Kano Alumni Association (BUKAA) on Saturday, 6th September 2025, held its 35th Annual General Meeting (AGM), drawing distinguished alumni from across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones for a day of reflection, networking, and renewed commitment to the growth of their alma mater.

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), Bayero University, Kano, on Friday, 5th September 2025, rolled out the drums to honour the Registrar, Malam Haruna Aliyu, for a groundbreaking one year in office marked by milestone achievements and reforms that touched the lives of staff and advanced the University’s progress.

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Professor Hafiz Miko on Thursday, 4th September 2025. Until his passing, Professor Miko had just been appointed as the pioneer Provost of our newly established College of Humanities.