AUN Honors Atiku as Obi Delivers Convocation Lectures

In a statement on Thursday day, through the Peter Obi Media office (POMR) titled: Obi delivers a Convocation Speech at American University, Yola. The Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) has reported: the announcement of the American University of Nigeria (AUN) that the Labour Party (LP) leader and 2023 Presidential flag bearer, Mr. Peter Obi, will deliver the keynote speech at its 16th Founder’s Day and 20th Convocation ceremony, scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 30, 2024.

This year’s convocation lecture falls in line with Obi’s public speeches in notable educational institutions globally, including Harvard University, Yale University, Wharton University, Pennsylvania, USA, and Peace University. Obi’s speech will be the highlight of activities marking the 20th anniversary of the founding of the American-style Development University.

The American University of Nigeria was founded in 2003 by former Nigerian Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, with the aim of providing quality education to students from across Africa. Over the years, the university has expanded its academic programs and affiliations with foreign institutions, earning a spot among the top three Nigerian universities in Times Higher Education (THE’s) 2024 global impact ranking.

President of AUN, Professor DeWayne Preston Frazier, welcomed Obi as the keynote speaker, describing him as “an accomplished public servant and politician who has spent most of his life providing quality leadership and service to Nigerians.” Frazier noted that Obi is a champion of education and will be an excellent speaker to celebrate the university’s 20 years.

The statement signed by Ibrahim Umar (Wase), spokesman to the former Anambra state governor, read; Obi joins an elite cast of global personalities who have delivered the AUN Founders Day lecture, including Dr. Paul Vita, Professor Ibrahim Gambari, Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah, and former Ugandan Vice President Dr. Gilbert Bukenya, among others.

The convocation ceremony will be a significant milestone in the university’s history, marking two decades of providing quality education to students from across Africa. With Obi’s keynote speech, the ceremony promises to be an inspiring and thought-provoking event that will celebrate the university’s achievements and look towards its future.

As the American University of Nigeria celebrates its 20th anniversary, it is clear that the institution has made significant contributions to education and human development in Africa. With Mr. Peter Obi’s keynote speech, the convocation ceremony promises to be an unforgettable event that will inspire and motivate the university community to continue striving for excellence.

The event is expected to attract dignitaries from across Nigeria and beyond, including government officials, academics, and business leaders. As the American University of Nigeria marks this significant milestone, it is clear that the institution has established itself as a leading center of academic excellence in Africa.

In conclusion, the American University of Nigeria’s 20th anniversary convocation ceremony promises to be an inspiring and thought-provoking event that will celebrate the university’s achievements and look towards its future. With Peter Obi’s keynote speech, the ceremony is expected to be an unforgettable event that will motivate and inspire the university community to continue striving for excellence.

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