Kebbi Governor Inaugurates New Governing Council After Crisis at State Varsity

Governor Speaks on Crisis

Kebbi Governor Nasir Idris has inaugurated a new governing council for the Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology (AFUSTA) after a major crisis at the institution. The crisis led to the removal of the vice chancellor and other top officials. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Birnin Kebbi, Governor Idris said the decision was necessary to restore stability and reposition the university for sustainable growth.

New Council Members

The new council members, including the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Professor Muhammad Abubakar Kaoje, were appointed based on their competence, integrity, and proven track records. Governor Idris described AFUSTA as Kebbi State's pioneer university and reaffirmed his administration's commitment to supporting its growth and development. He urged the council to work closely with the Acting Vice Chancellor and the management team to improve governance, strengthen academic standards, and enhance staff welfare.

Governor Idris described the crisis at AFUSTA as one that erupted in the university, leading to the removal of the Vice Chancellor, two Deputy Vice Chancellors, other management officials, and the dissolution of the Governing Council. He explained that the new Council members were appointed based on their competence, integrity, and proven track records. He also praised Professor Kaoje's experience as the institution's pioneer Vice Chancellor, saying it would be invaluable in driving the university's reforms.

Acting Vice Chancellor and Management Team

The Governor urged the Council to work closely with the Acting Vice Chancellor, Mungadi, and the management team to improve governance, strengthen academic standards, and enhance staff welfare. He emphasized the importance of improving governance, academic standards, and staff welfare, stating that these were key areas that needed attention at AFUSTA.

Next Steps

The new governing council has pledged to justify the trust reposed in them by Governor Idris and to maintain close engagement with the state government to advance the university's development. Professor Kaoje assured the Governor that the Council would work diligently to achieve the desired goals, by the grace of God.

We are committed to working with the state government to ensure the growth and development of AFUSTA, said Professor Kaoje.

Nigerian Angle

The crisis at AFUSTA has highlighted the challenges facing state-owned universities in Nigeria. The Governor's commitment to supporting AFUSTA's growth and development is a step in the right direction, but more needs to be done to address the systemic issues affecting these institutions.

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A photo of Governor Nasir Idris inaugurating the new governing council at AFUSTA, with professors, students, and other stakeholders in attendance.