Kebbi dissolves Abdullahi Fodio varsity’s governing council, sacks VC, others

The Kebbi State Government has taken decisive action to reform the Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology in Aliero, dissolving its governing council and removing key principal officers. This move follows the recommendations of a visitation panel, signaling a strong commitment to addressing issues within the institution.

The State Executive Council's approval of the panel's findings led to the immediate termination of appointments for the Vice-Chancellor, Deputy Vice-Chancellors, Registrar, and Bursar. This swift action aims to clear the path for a new leadership team and restore academic integrity.

To ensure smooth operations during this transition, the government has appointed Prof. Samaila Arzika Mungadi as the Sole Administrator. His mandate is to stabilize governance and uphold academic standards while a new governing council is constituted and new principal officers are appointed. This step is crucial for the university's future stability and academic reputation.

The Kebbi State Government's decisive intervention, as reported by The PUNCH, underscores its dedication to ensuring that its tertiary institutions are managed effectively and maintain high academic standards. This move is expected to pave the way for a more robust and accountable administration at the university.