Federal Education Minister Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui Attends NHU Accreditation Ceremony
The accreditation ceremony of Nazeer Hussain University (NHU) was held in Karachi today, marking a key milestone in the institution’s journey toward academic recognition and global competitiveness. Federal Minister for Education, Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, alongside notable representatives from academia, accreditation bodies, and international organizations. The event began with Qur’an recitation, followed by the National Anthem and a welcome address by NHU’s administration. In his welcome speech, Engr. Farhat M. Khan, Chancellor of NHU, stated: Keynote addresses followed from prominent figures: Dr. Amir Saadati, Executive Director, GEMS Middle East (via Zoom), shared: Dr. Tony, speaking on behalf of City & Guilds, said: Ms. Gulmina Bilal, Chairperson of NAVTTC, emphasized the wider economic impact of skill development: "Getting accreditation will give our youth the required skills to access skilled labor jobs abroad. Currently, a large portion of Pakistanis are employed in unskilled labor markets. With skill development, our remittances will increase, helping turn the current account deficit (CAD) into a surplus, and our youth will prosper globally." Other distinguished speakers included: Professor Jane Harrington, Vice-Chancellor, University of Greenwich We live in a democracy but under a feudal mindset that restricts the spread of education to maintain power. This system does not allow others to grow through learning. At the end, I say: Come, let’s convert the potential energy of our youth into kinetic energy—towards the beginning of a new era." The ceremony concluded with the signing of official accreditation agreements between NHU, GEMS Middle East, and City & Guilds, reinforcing NHU’s position as a globally aligned institution committed to vocational excellence, innovation, and international collaboration.
"Special thanks to Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui for gracing this occasion. I’m pleased to share that all our degree programs are now officially accredited. We have also introduced cutting-edge courses in Information Technology (IT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to meet both domestic and global demands."
"We will ensure that no stone is left unturned in supporting the students of NHU. We are offering scholarships to 500 deserving students. Our vision is to help shape a wonderful and progressive Pakistan. Thank you."
"We are honoured to collaborate with Pakistan’s vocational and technical education sector. Our programs are aligned with world-class standards to ensure competence, confidence, and global recognition. Our partnership with NHU reflects our commitment to raising educational quality and global mobility for students."
Dr. Ghulam Ali Mallah, Executive Director, IBCC
In his chief guest address, Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui shared powerful remarks:
"This accreditation is a proud moment for Pakistan. The world is changing very fast, and we must strive to make Pakistan great. The real change today is driven by Artificial Intelligence and Biotechnology—these two fields are the future of the world. We must accept this change, or we risk becoming irrelevant. Fortunately, Pakistan has a large population of youth who can embrace this transformation with energy and vision.