Shaikh Ammar, Crown Prince of Ajman, attends City University Ajman's 2025 graduation ceremony

Shaikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of Ajman Executive Council, attended the graduation ceremony of the ninth cohort of City University Ajman for the academic year 2025. A total of 724 students graduated from both undergraduate and master's programmes across various academic disciplines.

The ceremony was also attended by Shaikh Abdulaziz Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Land Department and Real Estate Regulatory in Ajman, Shaikh Rashid Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Ajman Municipality and Planning Department and Chairman of the University's Board of Trustees, as well as several dignitaries, ambassadors, and consuls. Also present were prominent academic leaders, representatives from federal and local authorities, and families of the graduates.

Shaikh Ammar, accompanied by Shaikh Rashid, honoured the outstanding students from both bachelor's and master's programmes, followed by the official awarding of degrees to all graduates.

Fostering leadership, excellence and innovation

In his remarks, the Crown Prince of Ajman expressed his pride in the graduates and praised City University Ajman for providing a comprehensive educational experience that fosters leadership, excellence and innovation.

“We take great pride in this graduating class, which exemplifies ambition, perseverance and a strong commitment to excellence,” said Shaikh Ammar. He encouraged graduates to remain steadfast in their pursuit of knowledge and to play an active role in advancing the nation’s progress.

“Your achievement today is not merely a personal milestone—it is a reflection of your potential as national assets,” he added. “We place great confidence in your ability to shape the future. We look forward to seeing you emerge as leaders and changemakers within your communities, as you represent the foundation of tomorrow and the driving force behind sustainable development.”

Building human capital

The Crown Prince further underscored that education is a cornerstone of Ajman Vision 2030, reiterating the government’s conviction that true investment lies in human capital—equipping individuals with the knowledge, skills and competencies needed to confront modern challenges and actively contribute to a thriving knowledge-based society.

“Ajman has made remarkable progress in strengthening its higher education sector,” he added. “The emirate remains committed to empowering academic institutions to deliver world-class programmes that align with international standards and support our strategic vision, which places people at the centre of sustainable development.

“The remarkable progress we see in our educational institutions, and the proud examples we witness at graduation ceremonies, are clear proof that Ajman is steadily moving forward in establishing itself as a regional hub for academic and research excellence.”

For his part, Shaikh Rashid expressed his pride in the graduates, stating that education at City University Ajman is more than just an academic path; it is a transformative journey that empowers students to become leaders and influencers in their societies. He noted that the Class of 2025 exemplifies ambition, resilience, and a commitment to excellence.

Continuous growth and commitment

In his address, Imran Khan, President of City University Ajman, congratulated the graduates and said: "City University Ajman’s journey is one of continuous growth and commitment. Today, we welcome the Class of 2025 into our growing alumni network, which now includes over 4,000 graduates around the world who are achieving success both personally and professionally."

Khan reaffirmed the university's commitment to solidifying its position as a leading institution in higher education by offering high-quality academic programmes that prepare students to be effective contributors to a dynamic knowledge-based economy and responsive to the needs of local and global job markets.

This graduation ceremony reflects the Ajman government’s continued dedication to strengthening the role of educational institutions in developing human capital and investing in national talent.

City University Ajman continues to establish itself as a premier institution in higher education, delivering academically rigorous programmes and preparing qualified graduates capable of meeting future demands and contributing to the development of an integrated knowledge-based society.