Ahmadu Bello University has congratulated Lt. Gen. Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma on attaining 87 years of age, stressing that his life of service continues to illuminates Nigeria’s path towards progress.
Gen. Danjuma, a former Chief of Army Staff, was Minister of Defence during the Obasanjo-led civilian administration.
A letter by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Adamu Ahmed, congratulating the elder statesman, said Gen Danjuma’s extraordinary journey, defined by courage, patriotism, and unwavering dedication to national unity, remained an enduring source of inspiration.
“Through your distinguished military service, principled leadership, and impactful philanthropy, you have touched lives and communities in ways that cannot be measured.
” Your commitment to justice, human development, and educational advancement places you among the rare individuals whose legacy transcends generations”, it said.
This contained in statement by the Public Affairs Directorate, Office of the Vice-Chancellor, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria on
Thursday, 11th December, 2025.
The statement also said as an ABU’s esteemed Honorary Award recipient, the university took immense pride in celebrating the elder statesman.
He explained that Gen Danjuma’s values mirrored the very ideals Ahmadu Bello University strived to uphold integrity, excellence, resilience, and service to humanity.
“To our students, you represent a model of purposeful leadership; to our staff, you embody the spirit of national contributions; to the university management, you remain cherished part of our institutional history.
“Many stand taller because your life has paved the way. Many dream because your example proves that greatness is achieved through courage and compassion”, the stated.
Prof Ahmed prayed to God to continue to bless Gen Danjuma with good health, inner peace, and renewed strength as well as wished him many years ahead filled with joy and fulfilment.
