Bashir Ahmad, former Personal Assistant on New Media to former President Muhammadu Buhari, has celebrated Ismail Abubakar Muhammad for emerging as the Best Graduating Student from Bayero University Kano. Ahmad singled out Muhammad for his outstanding academic achievement, calling it a truly remarkable accomplishment.
The former presidential aide made this known in a post shared via his X handle @BashirAhmaad on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) said Muhammad emerged as the best in Biochemistry, Medicine, and Surgery.
Celebration of Academic Excellence
In his post, Ahmad wrote: "Celebrate Ismail Abubakar Muhammad on his outstanding achievement as the Best Graduating Student from Bayero University, Kano. He distinguished himself as: Best in Biochemistry, Best in Medicine, Best in Surgery. A truly remarkable accomplishment. Congratulations, Doctor!"
Nigerians reacted with praise for Muhammad's achievements. @IshaqAboubaqar noted that Muhammad's brother Usman was the best graduating student in BUK in 2019 and the best in the faculty of engineering and civil engineering, calling them geniuses. @nauwas05 described emerging as the best graduating student while topping three fields as exceptional. Others like @EzeahNwabu67757, @Abba_oo2, @abdulrazakmuhd4, and @jamiubamidele congratulated him, noting his hard work paid off.
Bayero University Expels Over 150 Students
In a related development, the Senate of Bayero University Kano approved the expulsion of 171 students following an investigation by the Senate Committee. Officials confirmed in the university bulletin that the expelled students came from various departments and levels, with the action serving as a stern warning to others. In a related decision, the Senate expelled Yusuf Muhammad Sani, a student of the Department of Civil Engineering, after an incident during an examination.
Other Bayero University News
Bayero University has been in the news for various reasons. A student won a N35 million car during a campus competition. Prof. Haruna Musa assumed office as Bayero University's 12th Vice-Chancellor. The Senate approved the expulsion of 57 students over exam violations. JAMB detected widespread certificate forgery at BUK and sent a warning to institutions. A BUK student won Nigeria's first varsity Qur'anic recitation contest. JAMB uncovered Bayero University applicants with fake results, stating that only 6 out of 148 were genuine. Additionally, Bayero University investigated a student for dumping Professor Farooq Kperogi.
Meanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that Bayero University Kano opened an investigation into student Ismail Sani over alleged online impersonation and financial scams. Director of Public Affairs, Lamara Garba, stated that disciplinary action would be taken if allegations against Sani were confirmed. The US-based Nigerian academic, Professor Farooq Kperogi, revealed he was repeatedly scammed by Sani posing as "Halima Tahir".
