Vision
To lead in research and education in Africa.
Mission
Committed to addressing African Developmental challenges through cutting-edge research, knowledge transfer and training of high-quality graduates.
High Core Values
- Humanity and Sacrifice.
- Discipline and Commitment.
- Integration and Active Learning.
- Professionalism and Good Governance.
- Innovation and Creativity.
Our Strategic Goals
Responding to Needs, meeting aspirations, Leading in Research and Innovations, Achieving best practices in University Governance, meeting infrastructural and municipal requirements, becoming a leader in ICT research and services, taking the university to the community, maintaining highly motivated personnel, expanding funding base producing leaders, influencing development.
Crest & Motto
The insignia of the Citadel, is a shield, on which are a crescent and a star, rendered in beautiful Arabic calligraphy, an art form prevalent in the larger community.
SHIELD
Symbolic representation of the industry and learning Kano has been renowned for centuries. The shape is that of a tanned animal skin, alluding to the centuries old hides and skin industry; and a slate / tablet used throughout the sub-region in schools from ancient times to date.
CRESCENT
The calligraphy in the crescent unfurls into the phrase Jami'atu Bayero Kano, which in English translates to “Bayero University Kano”, alluding to the centuries-long local scholarship of a bilingual nature.
STAR
The star-shaped calligraphy is the motto of the citadel, a graphic pun, excerpted from the Holy Qur'an. "Wa Fawqa Dhi Ilmin Alim" It echoes an eternal truth that also underlines the humility and sense of service the community has come to expect from its stars in the learning firmament: “... And above every possessor of knowledge, there is one more learned”.
BUK ANTHEM
It's my choice
It's my choice
Bayero University
In the ancient city of Kano
The great citadel of learning
The noble crest of knowledge
The star of virture and wisdom
The blue fountain of all seasons
Where leading minds come to drink
Bayero University
For above every possessor of knowledge
There is one more knowledgeable
To the Lord, we turn in prayers
Fulfill our vision and mission
Bless and make us great
Bayero University
In the ancient city of Kano