Zamfara govt appoints Acting Rector for Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, to probe suspended Rector

The Zamfara State government has taken action following the suspension of the Rector of Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara. Mrs. Sha'awanatu Hamza, who previously served as the Deputy Rector of Administration, has been appointed as the Acting Rector, with the appointment taking immediate effect.

This decision comes as the government initiates a probe into allegations of administrative misconduct and insubordination against the suspended Rector, Dr. Sirajo Abdullahi Shinkafi. The Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, announced the formation of an investigation panel tasked with examining these claims.

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In line with the principles of fair hearing, the government has constituted an investigation panel to probe allegations of administrative misconduct and insubordination against Dr Sirajo Abdullahi Shinkafi, the suspended Rector of the polytechnic.

The panel, chaired by former Head of Service Mujtaba Isah, will hear from Dr. Shinkafi and other relevant stakeholders. Its mandate includes investigating the alleged misconduct and recommending appropriate administrative or disciplinary actions based on its findings. The panel is also expected to advise the government on strengthening institutional governance and discipline within the polytechnic.

Members of the panel include Aliyu Tukur, the Vice Chancellor of the State University, Talata Mafara, the Permanent Secretary and Solicitor General of the Ministry of Justice, among others. The panel is required to complete its assignment and submit its report within ten days of its inauguration. The state government has reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and due process throughout this investigation.

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The panel is to complete its assignment and submit its report within ten (10) days after inauguration.