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By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Damaturu –
The Vice-Chancellor of Yobe State University, Prof. Mala Mohammed Daura, has commended the efforts of the Nigerian Arabic Language Village, Gamboru- Ngala for its commitment towards the teaching and learning of Arabic language in Nigeria.
Prof. Daura have the commendation during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Yobe State University and the Nigerian Arabic Language Village, Gamboru- Ngala.
“With the singing of the MoU between the University and the Village, the two institutions stand a chance of benefiting from the cooperation and collaboration”, the VC was quoted as saying in a statement issued by Abdulmumin Kolo Gulani, Public Relations Officer of the institution.
Earlier in his remarks, the Director/CEO of Nigerian Arabic Language Village,, Prof. Ibrahim Muhammad thanked the University for establishing a productive working relationship with Nigerian Arabic Language Village, Gamboru- Ngala since the establishment of the University which resulted into signing of the MoU.
He said the MoU will focused will focus in the areas of language Immersion Programme for 300 level students of Arabic language in accordance with the Act establishing the Village; organizing capacity building trainings and workshops for lecturers of Arabic language; teaching and innovative research in Arabic Studies.
Others will include the exchange of academic staff through sabbatical and visiting of adjunct staff, students exchange and excursion visits etc; organizing joint lectures, seminars and conferences as well as any other avenue that will enhance the teaching and learning of Arabic language.
