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Kwara State Government has commended the Management of Kwara State Polytechnic for their efforts in enhancing educational standards and initiatives, pledging its continued support to the premier tertiary institution in the State.
The Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Hajia Saa’datu Modibbo Kawu gave the commendation during her official visit to the institution, marking her first trip to the Polytechnic since her redeployment to the Ministry of Tertiary Education.
The Commissioner expressed admiration for the Management’s efforts in running the institution, highlighting the Polytechnic’s commercial farming and smart agriculture initiative as a notable achievements.
She pledged government’s unwavering support for the Polytechnic in its pursuit of academic excellence, assuring that the institution would receive assistance whenever needed.
Responding to the two significant challenges of land encroachment and funding constraints raised by the Rector, the Commissioner assured the Management team of government commitment to addressing the land encroachment issues which threatens the Polytechnic’s expansion and future development.
She also assured of government support to the institution in other to continue to meet accreditation standards and provide quality education to its students.
Earlier in his remarks, the Rector of the Polytechnic, Engr. Dr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed, highlighted two significant challenges facing the institution, primarily land encroachment and funding constraints.
Engr. Abdul who appreciated the Commissioner’s visit, emphasized the pressing need for financial assistance, particularly during accreditation exercises.
The visit concluded with a tour of the Polytechnic’s commercial farm, Poultry farm, and Entrepreneurship Development Centre where the Commissioner had the opportunity to engage with the staff, further reinforcing the state government’s dedication to investing in its tertiary institutions and supporting their vital role in the state’s progress.
By Abubakar Umar
