Uganda, April 18 -- Makerere and Victoria universities have paid tribute to the late Dr Martin Aliker and commended him for his dedicated service to both institutions.

Dr Umar Kalimba, the acting vice-chancellor of Makerere University, described Dr Aliker as an enviable professional, and hardworking gentleman, with impeccable integrity, tested and proven business acumen.

Dr Aliker served as the chairperson of the pioneer board of trustees of the Makerere University Endowment Fund from 2014 to 2019.

Makerere University said under Dr Aliker's stewardship, the inaugural board had at the end of their term in 2019 grown the onshore fund from nothing in 2014 to Shs1.5b while the offshore fund was valued at £1.5m.

Victoria University de...