Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated, , Pro Vice-Chancellor (International) at Birkbeck University of London, Professor Kevin Ibeh, on his appointment as Commissioner of the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission.

This was contain in a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, the President noted the appointment is in recognition of his hard work, noting that his experience would come in useful in his new office.

“President Muhammadu Buhari congratulates Professor Kevin Ibeh, Professor of Marketing and International Business and Pro Vice-Chancellor (International) at Birkbeck, University of London, on his appointment as Commissioner of the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission.

“President Buhari believes that the well-deserved appointment is an attestation of Prof Ibeh’s vast knowledge, hard work and experience, which have earned him respect in the academia.

“As a former Commonwealth Scholar, the President believes that Professor Ibeh will bring his in-depth knowledge and track record in international development and higher education to bear on his new position of responsibility.

“He is confident that the Nigerian-born scholar will bring fresh perspectives to his new position, joining other commissioners in promoting the objective of the Commission in ensuring opportunities for exceptional students and mid-career professionals to study in the United Kingdom,” the statement reads.