By: Adelowo Oladipo,Minna
The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University
of Technology, Minna (FUT, Minna),
Prof. Faruk Adamu Kuta, has been
honoured with the Architects, Institute of
Technologists and Construction Managers of Nigeria (AICON), Academic Distinction
Award, 2026.
This is contained in the current edition of the Campus news, Information and Publication Unit,Vice Chancellor’s Office FUT Minna .
Prof. Kuta was among other Vice-
Chancellors who received the award during AICON’s Maiden Induction Ceremony and Inaugural Awards Night held on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at AGNL Garden and Event Centre Gudu, Abuja.
During the presentation, the AICON National President, Arc. Dr. Garba Umar commended Prof. Kuta for his significant contributions to the development of education in Nigeria, particularly his leadership in advancing FUT, Minna’s academic standing and institutional
growth.
He also highlighted the University’s strong
performance in global rankings and the
establishment of programmes and colleges
aimed at contributing to national economic development.
The award was received on his behalf by a
member of the AICON Board of Trustees and Dean, School of Innovative Technology (SIT), FUT, Minna, Engr. Prof. Ikechukwu
Diugwu, who formally presented it to the
Vice-Chancellor in his office on Tuesday,
September 15, 2026.
Responding, Prof. Kuta expressed
appreciation for the recognition, describing it as a great honour.
“I am very grateful and highly honoured for this special recognition from this prestigious society. I am not taking it for granted, and I will do my best to uphold the tenets and ethics of the profession,” he said.
