The Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria Alumni Association (Worldwide) has announced the schedule for its 18th Annual General Assembly (AGA), set to hold on November 28–29 at the university’s main campus in Zaria.

The two-day event is expected to attract a lineup of prominent personalities from across Nigeria. Activities will begin with a Pre-AGA Lecture on November 28, chaired by Minister of Defence, Alhaji Muhammad Badaru Abubakar. The keynote address will be delivered by former Plateau State Governor, Senator Simon Bako Lalong, on the theme “The Role of Alumni in Promoting National Unity and Development.”

The second day, November 29, will feature general elections, cultural displays, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities designed to strengthen alumni bonds and reinforce their contributions to the growth of ABU.

Several high-profile dignitaries are expected to attend, including Kaduna State Governor Senator Uba Sani; ABU Chancellor and Obi of Onitsha, His Majesty Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Ugochukwu Achebe; Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Alhaji Yayale Ahmed; and the Emir of Zazzau, His Royal Highness Ambassador Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli.

The AGA will also serve as a platform for discussing revitalization strategies for ABU and enhancing alumni participation in national development. The Alumni Association encouraged members, friends, and supporters of ABU to participate, promising an enriching and impactful gathering that celebrates the institution’s legacy.