The founder of Southern Atlantic University, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Bassey James, has expressed gratitude to the member representing Ukanafun/ Oruk Anam in the National Assembly, Dr Unyime Idem, for his massive support to the Institution.
Dr Idem, a member of the governing council of the Southern Atlantic University, pledged a classroom block and a ten million naira support for the Institution moments he commissioned the biggest male hostel block named after him during the recently held Matriculation.
Pastor Bassey James, in a press statement made available to journalists on Saturday in Uyo, said the Management staff and students of the Institution sincerely appreciate the donation made by the lawmaker and pray God to replenish his kind gesture in multiple folds.
The founder said that the institution, which held its first Matriculation recently, is determined to work with all lovers of education and humanity to ensure the comprehensive training of the future leaders of the country.
He described Rep. Idem as a renowned philanthropist whose effective representation in the National Assembly has changed the fortunes of his constituency for the better.
According to him, ” The governing council, management and staff of the Southern Atlantic University remain thankful to our Dr Unyime Idem. His gestures of donating a classroom block and a donation of N10 million will help in improving the facilities in the Institution.
The founder recalled that a select group of Nigerians who have contributed immensely to the upliftment of humanity were honoured by the Institution with special building blocks to Immortalize thier kind services to humanity.
He opined that the Institution did it to encourage others to work for the betterment of humanity.
The founder added that the Institution will be focused on keeping and maintaining high educational standards, academic excellence and an entrepreneurship program for their students.
He averred, “We brought in some of the best minds in academia to help direct our university, we are building a sustainable brand that will compete with other Nigerian and international brands, everything is possible in life, the most important thing is to have a vision, and understanding of where you are going”.
He maintained that the University team is solid and committed, stressing that they are expanding into agricultural programs, development of business and services.
“Our desire to fortify our institution for greater productivity saw the recent appointment of Dr Uyime Idem, Prof Akpan Ekpo, Prof Etete Peters, Prof Innocent Victor Mado, Barr Samuel Adejo, the immediate past director of a private university from the National Universities Commission, Mr Mkposong Asuquo, among others, into the governing council of the institution. We are interested in building a legacy for our future generations.
Bassey, a criminologist and security communication expert, maintained that Nigeria is a great country and the biggest economy in Africa, saying that everybody should contribute to the development of the country.
Pastor James reiterated that “Southern Atlantic University is here to stay. The institution’s commitment to providing world-class education is unparalleled, and our commitment to global best standards is unwavering”.
The university, which has received full approval from the Federal Government, currently offers 15 exciting academic programmes to include; B.sc degree in Cyber Security, B.Sc Accounting, B.Sc Business Administration, B.Sc Computer Science, B.Sc Software Engineering and BSc Hospitality and Tourism Management.
Others are: B.Sc Political Science, B.Sc International Relations/Diplomacy, B.Sc Microbiology, B.Sc Public Administration, etc.
Equipped with 24 hrs security, smart lecture theatres, E- Library and other facilities, the university, which can easily be accessed by Air and road transportation, is located on Km 50, Airport Road, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
The founder also appealed to parents and guardians to take advantage of the institution’s discounted tuition, one of the most affordable among private universities in Nigeria, as admissions remain open through the JAMB portal and accredited CBT centres, stressing that admission is still ongoing in the University.
