A group of concerned members of the University of Maiduguri Alumni Association has submitted a formal petition calling for greater transparency, inclusiveness, and structured engagement ahead of the association’s Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) scheduled for May 3, 2025.
In a statement released to the press in Abuja, the group — identified as Concerned Members of the University of Maiduguri Alumni Association — addressed their petition to the National Caretaker Committee, with copies forwarded to the Board of Trustees (BOT) and the university’s vice-chancellor.
While commending the committee’s efforts in organizing the EGM, the group raised key concerns, particularly the lack of access to the draft constitution — a central item on the meeting agenda. They emphasized that withholding the document denies members the opportunity to offer informed feedback on a crucial framework that will shape the association’s future.
“We call on the National Caretaker Committee to immediately circulate the draft constitution along with the current one,” the petition read, recommending that the documents be distributed via email, alumni platforms, and through state chapter representatives to ensure broad accessibility.
The group also proposed a set timeframe for members to review the constitution and submit their input.
In addition, they expressed reservations about the EGM being held entirely virtually, cautioning that this approach may hinder inclusive and effective participation.
To address this, they recommended adopting a hybrid model that combines a central physical location — either in Maiduguri or Abuja — with physical gatherings in active state chapters and integrated virtual access. This setup, they argued, would enable synchronized participation from across the country, facilitate real-time dialogue, and reflect the association’s democratic principles.
Reaffirming their commitment to the association’s unity and long-term success, the concerned members urged the committee to act promptly on their suggestions to build trust in the process and ensure inclusive, representative decision-making.