​Pioneer FUT Minna Vice-Chancellor Jonathan Ndagi Dies at 96

​Professor Jonathan Ndagi, the founding Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT Minna), has died at the age of 96.
​The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the university’s Governing Council, Dr. Mohammed K. Santuraki, confirmed the development in a statement released Saturday, stating that the family informed him of Ndagi’s passing early in the morning.
​A Legacy of Institution Building
​Paying tribute to the pioneer academic, Santuraki described Ndagi as a distinguished scholar and visionary administrator who established the groundwork for FUT Minna’s growth.
​“Professor Ndagi leaves behind something far more enduring than longevity: a legacy of service, scholarship and institution building,” Santuraki said. He noted that Ndagi belonged to a generation of pioneer leaders whose sacrifices and dedication continue to shape higher education in Nigeria.
​Paying Last Respects
​Santuraki recalled visiting the late professor on Nov. 8, 2024, shortly after assuming his role as Chairman of the Governing Council, to pay homage to his lasting legacy.
​Expressing his condolences to Ndagi’s family, former colleagues, and the wider university community, Santuraki called for a celebration of a long, impactful life and offered prayers for the repose of his soul.