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To promote fairness, transparency, and good governance in Nigeria’s universities, the Federal Ministry of Education has announced the transfer of two Pro-Chancellors.
This it noted was in line with the ongoing reforms in the education sector.
The transfer, which the Ministry approved with immediate effect, are the transfer of Retired Colonel Abdulmuminu Aminu, current Pro-Chancellor of Federal University Dutsin-Ma, to serve as Pro-Chancellor of Federal University Kebbi, while His Excellency, Ali Abubakar Jatau, current Pro-Chancellor of Federal University Birnin Kebbi, will now serve as Pro-Chancellor of Federal University Dutsin-Ma.
According to the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, the ongoing reforms are focused on creating a more conducive educational environment for Nigerian students while safeguarding the high standards of the nation's universities.
In a statement by Boriowo Folasade, Director Press & PR in the ministry, the Minister said "With the renewed reforms going on in the education system, we are determined to ensure fairness, transparency, and high level of governance across all our universities, ensuring that our children receive the right education in the most conducive environment."
He further stressed that the Federal Ministry of Education stands at the forefront of promoting transparency by ensuring that principal officers in universities are appointed strictly based on merit.
"This is how we can continue to uphold the high standards of our universities and sustain public trust," he added.
Dr. Alausa expressed gratitude to both eminent personalities for their continued dedication and service to the nation’s educational development.
" The Ministry remains committed to enhancing good governance in the education sector as it works towards building a stronger, more transparent, and merit-driven university system for the benefit of all Nigerians." the statement stated