Pioneer FUT Minna VC dies at 96 Professor Jonathan Ndagi, the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology (FUT), Minna, has died at the age of 96.
His death was announced in a statement by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University’s Governing Council, Dr Mohammed K.
He said the news of his death was received from his family early […] Professor Jonathan Ndagi, the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology (FUT), Minna, has died at the age of 96.
Santuraki described Ndagi as a distinguished scholar, visionary administrator and institution builder whose contributions laid the foundation for the development of FUT Minna.
According to him, the late professor belonged to a generation of academics and administrators whose vision, dedication and sacrifices helped shape institutions and influence generations. The Pro-Chancellor recalled visiting Ndagi on November 8, 2024, in his capacity as Chairman of the Governing Council, describing the meeting as an opportunity to pay tribute to a man whose pioneering contributions had continued to shape the university. According to him, Ndagi’s legacy extends beyond FUT Minna to the countless lives he touched and influenced through his scholarship, leadership and service.
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