Zamfara govt suspends Sirajo Shinkafi as rector of Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara

Zamfara State Government has suspended Sirajo Abdullahi Shinkafi, the Rector of Abdu Gusau Polytechnic in Talata Mafara, citing gross administrative misconduct and insubordination. The decision was announced through a public statement by Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, the Secretary to the State Government, on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

The statement assured the polytechnic community and the public that the government has implemented measures to guarantee the continuous administration of the institution. The suspension is immediate, signaling a decisive action by the state authorities.

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The Zamfara State Government has approved the immediate suspension of Dr. Sirajo Abdullahi Shinkafi as Rector of Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara, due to gross administrative misconduct and insubordination.

While the statement did not provide specific details regarding the nature of the misconduct or insubordination, it emphasized the government's commitment to maintaining order and proper governance within the educational institution. The focus remains on ensuring that academic and administrative activities proceed without disruption.

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The Government assures the Polytechnic community and the general public that measures have been put in place to ensure the uninterrupted administration of the institution.