FG renames varsity after Gowon The Federal Government has renamed the University of Abuja in honor of elder statesman and former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon. The institution will now be referred to as Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja, recognising Gowon's significant contributions to national stability. READ ALSO: FG renames Minna Airport to honour President Tinubu This announcement was made by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a briefing with State House correspondents following the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, which was presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the...