Federal University Birnin Kebbi

17/08/2026

To whom it may concern

28/07/2026

🌱 FUBK, UNICEF Launch Green Rising Campaign with 1,000 tree seedlings

The Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK), in partnership with UNICEF and other stakeholders, has launched the Green Rising Campaign with the symbolic planting of 1,000 tree seedlings to promote youth-led climate action and environmental sustainability.

Speaking at the launch, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Muhammad Zaiyan Umar, described the initiative as a reflection of the University's commitment to environmental conservation. He noted that FUBK has planted over 12,000 trees and maintained a tree nursery since 2018, while directing that the newly planted seedlings be properly nurtured and protected.

UNICEF WASH Facilitator for Kebbi State, Mr Toyin Adisa, said the campaign aims to empower young people to champion climate action through tree planting and environmental stewardship.

The campaign is being implemented in collaboration with the Kebbi State Ministry of Environment, the Nigerian Environmental Society (NES), RUWASSA, the Go Green Foundation and the Students' Union Government (SUG), reinforcing a shared commitment to building a greener and more climate-resilient future.

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25/07/2026

24/07/2026

FUBK Receives Nagari FM Delegation, Explores Strategic Media Partnership

The Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) on Thursday received the management of Nagari FM Birnin Kebbi on a courtesy visit to discuss proposed strategic media partnership aimed at promoting the University's research, innovation, academic programmes and community engagement through quality radio programming.

Welcoming the delegation, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Muhammad Zaiyan Umar, reaffirmed the University's commitment to strengthening its visibility through strategic collaborations and acknowledged the vital role of the media in promoting education, research, innovation and community development.

Further details in our subsequent bulletin.

22/07/2026

As part of efforts to promote youth-led climate action and environmental sustainability, representatives of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), the Kebbi State Ministry of Environment, the Nigerian Environmental Society (NES), Kebbi State Chapter, and the Students' Union Government (SUG) on Wednesday 22nd July 2026 met with the management of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) to finalize arrangements for the launch of the UNICEF Green Rising Campaign at the University on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.

The campaign will feature the symbolic planting of 1,000 tree seedlings, reinforcing UNICEF's commitment to empowering young people to take the lead in climate action while fostering strategic partnerships with institutions to ensure the long-term survival and impact of the initiative.

FUBK, which has championed afforestation since 2018 with over 12,000 trees planted and the establishment of a tree nursery, remains committed to preserving the environment through sustainable tree planting and collaborative environmental initiatives.

10/07/2026

FUBK Special Bulletin - July, 2026

The Federal University Birnin Kebbi is pleased to present the latest edition of its Special Bulletin, highlighting key developments and activities within the University.

We hope you find this edition informative and worthwhile.

Thank you for reading.

09/07/2026

Breaking News

🎓 2026/2027 FUBK Post-UTME Screening Begins July 13

The Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) invites candidates who selected the University as their First Choice in the 2026 UTME/Direct Entry to apply for the 2026/2027 Online Post-UTME Screening Exercise:

📅 Opens: Monday, 13th July, 2026
📅 Closes: Friday, 7th August, 2026

✅ UTME: Minimum score of 150
💻 Application is strictly online via https://eforms.fubk.edu.ng⁠

Further details attached.

For enquiries, technical support: [email protected]
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06/07/2026

📢 INTERNATIONAL RATIONAL USE OF MEDICINES DAY 2026

Join the Federal University Birnin Kebbi, College of Health Sciences, as we commemorate International Rational Use of Medicines Day 2026.

🗓 Date: Wednesday, 8 July 2026
🕑 Time: 2:00 p.m. (Prompt)
📍 Venue: College of Health Sciences Complex, Federal Teaching Hospital, Birnin Kebbi

The event will feature a lecture by Dr. Bashar Muhammad Augie on "Rational Use of Medicines: From Prescribing Intent to Health System Impact."

Be part of the conversation on promoting safe, effective and responsible use of medicines for better health outcomes.

28/06/2026

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

The approved programme cut-off marks for admission into undergraduate programmes of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) for the 2026/2027 Academic Session. Details attached

25/06/2026

FEDERAL UNIVERSITY BIRNIN KEBBI

(PRESS RELEASE)

FUBK PROMOTES FIVE ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS, DISMISSES EX-ICT DIRECTOR, DEMOTES STAFF FOR MISCONDUCT

The Governing Council of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) has approved the promotion of five academic staff to the rank of Associate Professor (Reader).

The decision was taken at the Council's 32nd Meeting held on Tuesday June 23, following recommendations of External Assessors as well as the Senior Staff Appointments and Promotions Committee (SSAPC).

This is contained in a statement issued to newsmen on Thursday in Birnin Kebbi by Jamilu Magaji, Head, Information and Public Relations of the University.

According to him, the promoted academics were drawn from the Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences and the Faculty of Clinical Sciences. They include Dr. Aliyu Hamza Balarabe (Ophthalmology), Chief Medical Director of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Birnin Kebbi.

He said other beneficiaries are Dr. Ibrahim Abdulkadir (Haematology), Dr. Ashiru Ladan Argungu (Obstetrics and Gynaecology), Dr. Monsidu Kehinde Fasasi (Ophthalmology) and Dr. Garba Umar Kangiwa (Ophthalmology).

In another development, Council approved the dismissal of former Acting Director of ICT, Isah Yusuf Tsafe, after finding him culpable of gross misconduct, negligence and failure to account for university assets under his custody.

"Council based its decision on the recommendations of the Senior Staff Disciplinary Committee (SSDC)," Mr Magaji said.

The SSDC found that several ICT assets went missing while under his supervision.

Council directed management to recover or surcharge the value of all outstanding university property linked to the case.

In a separate disciplinary case, Council also approved the deranking of Mr Abdullahi Mohammed Adamu of the ICT Department by one grade level and barred him from promotion for five years.

"The SSDC found that Adamu engaged in financial transactions with parents of admission seekers and involved himself in admission-related matters despite not being a member of the university's Admissions Unit.

Council reaffirmed its commitment to merit, accountability and discipline, stressing that misconduct would attract appropriate sanctions regardless of position," the statement said.

Thank you.

(Signed)

Jamilu M. Magaji
Head, Information and Public Relations
Federal University Birnin Kebbi
June 25, 2026