By Noah Ocheni, Lokoja
The Deputy Governor of Kogi state, Comrade Joel Salifu on Wednesday in Lokoja reaffirmed the state’s commitment to enhancing the quality of teaching and learning at the State College of Education, Ankpa.
The Deputy Governor stressed this during a meeting with classmates of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo from the Federal Polytechnic Bida.
The meeting, held at the Deputy Governor’s office in Lokoja, served as an opportunity for Comrade Salifu to congratulate the newly appointed Provost of the COE Ankpa, Dr. Fashagba Paul Femi.
Dr. Femi, who was Governor Ododo’s lecturer at the Federal Polytechnic Bida, was described as a good man whose appointment is well-deserved due to his exceptional rapport with students.
Comrade Salifu emphasized the significance of Dr. Femi’s appointment, highlighting the Provost’s ability to elevate the institution.
He assured full support from the state government to facilitate Dr. Femi’s success. As an alumnus of the College of Education Ankpa, the Deputy Governor pledged collaboration between the state government and the institution to achieve mutual goals.
In his remarks, Dr. Fashagba Paul Femi expressed gratitude to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and Deputy Governor Joel Salifu for his appointment, promising to uphold their trust.
He sought support in enhancing the administration of the institution to ensure excellence in education within the college and across the state.
The leader of the delegation, Ali Ibrahim, reflected on their past at the Federal Polytechnic Bida, expressing gratitude to Governor Ododo for appointing their former lecturer as the Provost of the college.
