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In a significant legislative move, the Benue State House of Assembly has amended the law governing the naming of Benue State University, Makurdi, officially renaming it Father Adasu University, Makurdi. This change, announced during a plenary session in Makurdi on Thursday, September 11, 2025, simplifies the previous title, Rev. Fr Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi, which was deemed too lengthy.
The decision follows a debate on the report presented by the House Standing Committee on Higher Education. Majority Leader Mr. Saater Tiseer (APC/Mbagwa) led the discussion, emphasizing that the former name, adopted in December 2024, was cumbersome. The amendment aims to honor the university’s founder, Rev. Fr. Moses Adasu, in a more concise and impactful way.
The renaming saga began in December 2024, when Governor Hyacinth Alia, the visitor to the university, announced during a combined convocation ceremony that the institution would be renamed to honor Adasu, who established the state-owned university. Alia had submitted an executive bill to the state assembly to effect the change, stating, “As a way of honoring the founder of this institution, our administration has sent an executive bill to the state assembly for this University to be named after the founder, Rev Fr Moses Adasu.”
This latest amendment reflects the Assembly’s responsiveness to public sentiment and practicality, ensuring the university’s name is both memorable and reflective of its historical significance.
Additional Legislative Achievements
During the same plenary session, the Benue State House of Assembly passed bills to amend the status of two colleges of education, College of Education, Katsina-Ala, and College of Education, Oju elevating them to ] degree-awarding institutions The bills were read for the third time by the Clerk of the House, Dr. Bem Mela, under the direction of the Speaker, Mr. Alfred Emberga and were subsequently passed into law.
This move is expected to enhance the educational landscape in Benue State, providing more opportunities for students to pursue higher education within the region.
A Step Toward Educational Advancement
The renaming of Benue State University to Father Adasu University, Makurdi, and the upgrading of the colleges of education underscore the state’s commitment to honoring its educational pioneers while advancing academic excellence. These changes are poised to strengthen the identity and offerings of these institutions, contributing to the development of skilled professionals in Benue State and beyond.
Source: Punch Newspapers
