The President of the American University of Nigeria (AUN), Dr. DeWayne Frazier, on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, paid an emotional condolence visit to the Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Prof. Abdullahi Yusuf Ribadu, following the passing of his elder brother, Alh. Aliyu Yusuf Ribadu. The President was accompanied by senior members of the University Management, who joined him in extending the institution’s support during this difficult moment.
The visit took place at the family residence in Yola, where the atmosphere was heavy with grief as relatives, friends, and well-wishers gathered to mourn the loss. Dr. Frazier described the environment as one filled with deep sorrow, reflecting the profound impact the death has had on the Ribadu family and all who knew the deceased.
The AUN President expressed heartfelt sympathy and conveyed the University’s solidarity with Prof. Ribadu during this period of deep personal loss. He offered prayers for the peaceful repose of the departed soul, saying, “May Allah grant him eternal rest.” He also prayed for strength and comfort for the family as they navigate this painful period.
Prof. Ribadu, expressed his sincere appreciation to Dr. Frazier and the entire AUN delegation. He thanked them for standing with his family when it mattered most, describing the gesture as deeply comforting.