In a strategic effort to revamp the leadership of Nigeria’s federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a new list of chairmen and members for their governing councils. This announcement follows a meticulous review of prior nominations due to feedback from various stakeholders.
Key appointments include:
- Senator Emmanuel Bwacha – Former APC gubernatorial candidate for Taraba, appointed to a prominent role.
- Chief Bisi Akande – Former Governor of Osun State, appointed as Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal College of Education (Tech) in Delta and the University of Ibadan (UI), Oyo State.
- Wole Olanipekun (SAN) – Appointed as Chairman of the Lagos University (UNILAG) council.
- Isa Yuguda – Former Governor of Bauchi State, appointed as Chairman of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) council.
- Yayale Ahmed – Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, appointed as Chairman of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU) council.
- Joy Emordi – Former senator, appointed as Chairperson of the Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education in Owerri, Imo State.
These appointments aim to leverage the experience and capabilities of these individuals to enhance governance, foster academic excellence, and create a supportive learning environment in these institutions. President Tinubu’s commitment to maintaining high governance standards and accountability underscores his dedication to improving the quality of education and research in Nigeria. The newly appointed council members are poised to collaborate with university management to address existing challenges and implement effective policies for positive change in the education sector.
