The newly appointed Chairman of the Governing Council of Federal Polytechnic Kaltungo, Dr. Yusuf Muhammad, has reaffirmed the Council’s commitment to repositioning the institution for greater achievements.
Dr. Yusuf stated this during an interactive session with the Polytechnic community on campus, which included management, staff, and students.
He described Federal Polytechnic Kaltungo as critical to Nigeria’s industrial and technological aspirations, and acknowledged the role of polytechnics in middle-level manpower development, which he said remains vital to national growth.
In a statement issued by the Polytechnic’s Public Relations Officer, Umar D. Yusuf, the Chairman stressed the need for sustained investment in the polytechnic system.
“The country’s quest for technological advancement cannot be achieved without well-funded and properly equipped technical institutions,” he said.
“We are partners in progress. Everything we do is to improve and make things work better.”
Dr. Yusuf thanked staff and students for the warm reception accorded to him.
He said he had listened to concerns, suggestions, and expectations from staff unions and the student body, and described the interaction as timely. According to him, it will help strengthen dialogue, promote transparency, and foster unity within the Polytechnic community.
The Chairman commended the Rector, Dr. Ibrahim Babale Gashua, and his management team for maintaining a cordial working relationship with unions and for creating an enabling environment for teaching, learning, service delivery, infrastructural development, and academic excellence.
He also applauded the students for their discipline and commitment to academic excellence.
Dr. Yusuf reassured the Polytechnic community of the Council’s continued support for projects and policies that will enhance infrastructure, staff welfare, and the overall student experience on campus.
Speaking at the event, representatives of staff and students expressed appreciation for Dr. Yusuf’s leadership and contributions toward improving infrastructure, staff welfare, and academic standards.
They said the Chairman’s visit had boosted their morale and zeal to do more, and commended the Governing Council for its commitment to the growth and development of the institution.
Council Inspects Projects
In a related development, Dr. Yusuf inspected completed and ongoing projects at both the permanent and take-off sites of the institution.
He expressed satisfaction with the progress of work and commended the Polytechnic Management for its commitment to infrastructural development.
The Chairman urged contractors to adhere strictly to specifications and timelines, and assured the Polytechnic community of the Governing Council’s continued support.
He was conducted round the project sites by the Rector, Dr. Ibrahim Babale Gashua; Deputy Rector, Miss Eldah Ephraim Buba; the Director of Works and Physical Planning; and other principal officers of the institution.
Dr. Yusuf Muhammad was recently appointed Chairman of the Governing Council by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
