By Our Correspondent
ABUJA, July 10, ’26 (TNZ) The Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria has appointed Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), the Attorney General of the Federation, as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Summit University, Offa.
TheNewsZenith reports that the National President of the Society and Visitor to Summit University, Prince Mosediq Adeniji Kazeem (SAN), formerly presented the appointment letter to Fagbemi in Abuja
Kazeem headed a delegation of the Society and the University on a visit to the minister for the presentation.
Speaking during the presentation, the national president described the appointment as the outcome of a transparent and merit-based selection process.
According to Kazeem, the ADS Council unanimously approved Prince Fagbemi’s appointment in recognition of his distinguished legal career, exemplary public service, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the vision of the society.
“The Society is confident that Prince Fagbemi’s wealth of experience and exceptional leadership qualities will provide strategic direction for the University’s Governing Council.
“This will further strengthen the university’s commitment to academic excellence, sound governance, research, innovation, and character development,” TheNewsZenith quotes Kazeem as saying.
He also commended the Attorney General for his longstanding support for the programmes and institutions of the Society.
According to him, Fagbemi has particularly contributed immensely to the growth of the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society in Kwara State. He has also shown tremendous commitment to educational development across Nigeria.
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Receiving the appointment letter, Fagbemi expressed profound appreciation to the leadership of the Society for the confidence reposed in him.
He pledged to discharge the responsibilities of his office with diligence, integrity, and dedication.
The minister assured members of the Society that he would work closely with the Governing Council, University Management, and other stakeholders to advance the strategic vision of the University.
TheNewsZenith recalls that the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria established Summit University in Offa, Kwara State.
SU has continued to expand its profile as one of Nigeria’s leading faith-based universities. This is as it is promoting academic excellence, moral discipline, innovation, and service to humanity.
AUD reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the University’s governance structure and sustaining its development as a globally competitive institution of higher learning.
Members of the delegation included the Deputy National President, Dr Ibrahim Adebayo Yusuf; Vice President (Northern States Council), Alhaji Najeem Yasin; and First National Assistant.
Others include the Secretary, Dr Sheu Luqman Sambo; Vice-Chancellor of Summit University, Professor Musa Aibinu; Missioner of the Society’s Abuja Branch, Professor Musa Olaofe; and Chairman of the Abuja Branch, Alhaji Kabiru Olaiyiwola. (TNZ)
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