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  • Kogi Poly Governing Council Promotes 583 Staff, Demotes One, Terminates Two

    Kogi Poly Governing Council Promotes 583 Staff, Demotes One, Terminates Two

    By Noah Ocheni, Lokoja

    The Governing Council of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja has approved the promotion of eleven (11) Principal Lecturers to the rank of Chief Lecturers and 572 other teaching and non-teaching staff members of the institution.In a Press release signed by the Director, Public Relations and Protocol of the institution, Uredo Omale said this was part of the far reaching decisions made at the 72nd Regular Meeting of the Governing Council presided over by the Chairman, Barrister Sani Shaibu held on Friday, 19th December, 2025 at the Polytechnic’s Council Chamber.

    Those promoted to the rank of Chief Lecturer include Mr Ehimony James Baba Tunde and Mrs Ajayi Omolola Felicia (School of Applied Sciences); Engr. Anikoh Godwin Ateiza (School of Engineering Technology); Dr. Acharu Faith Tony-Okeme and Dr. Raji Abdulwasiu Adeyemi (School of Management Studies); Others are Mrs Akinola Hope Ojochide, Mrs Olayiwola Grace Eleojo, and Mr Aminu Fasasi Olanrewaju. (School of General and Communication Studies); Mr Boluromi Samuel Sunday and Mr Salawu Abdulazeez (School of Preliminary Studies); and Arc. Dr. Thompson Ochedi Ekele (School of Environmental Technology).Council also approved the recommendation that 49 academic staff and 71 non-teaching staff be promoted for the 2024 promotion exercise, and further approved the promotion of 225 academic staff and 227 non-teaching staff for the 2025 exercise. On disciplinary matters, Council approved the demotion of Mr. Audu Mathew, a Deputy Registrar, to the rank of Principal Assistant Registrar, on account of negligence of duty.In the same vein, Council approved the termination of the appointment of Mr. Mukhtar Muhammed, an Administrative Officer II for sexual molestation.

    Similarly, Mrs. Funmilayo Afolabi, an Assistant Chief Executive Officer, had her appointment terminated for absconding from duty for nine (9) months.Earlier in his address, the Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, expressed heartfelt appreciation to members of Governing Council for their presence at the meeting, describing it as a clear reflection of their steadfast commitment to the institution’s growth, stability and sound governance.He also expressed profound gratitude to the Visitor to the Polytechnic, the Executive Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, for his unwavering support, visionary leadership, and continued guidance. Prof. Usman stressed that Governor Ododo’s administration has provided an enabling environment that has greatly enhanced academic stability, infrastructural advancement and overall institutional development at the Polytechnic.

    The Rector highlighted his recent key achievements which includes the prompt release of students’ results, enhanced security management across campuses, the successful payment of Earned Academic Allowance (EAA) for the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 academic sessions to deserving staff of the School of Management Studies and the School of Applied Sciences, as well as the provision of a new borehole to improve water supply within the institution respectfully.Prof. Usman also informed Council of the uncovering of a result forgery syndicate involving one Mr. Henry Tope, who was apprehended in possession of thirty (30) Statements of Result and one original certificate, all bearing the name and insignia of the Polytechnic.

    Professor Usman also informed Council of the appointment of the Polytechnic’s Deputy Registrar (Senior Establishment), Mrs. Glory Ojochogwu Yakubu, as the substantive Registrar of Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara. In his remarks, the Chairman of the 10th Governing Council, Barrister Sani Shaibu, commended the Management of the Polytechnic for its resolve to strengthen institutional discipline, transparency and academic standards, stressing that Council would not condone any act capable of undermining the integrity of the institution.

    Barrister Shaibu reiterated that the Governing Council of the Polytechnic would continue to provide the necessary support and policy direction required to reposition Kogi State Polytechnic as a centre of excellence, while urging staff to adhere strictly to rules, regulations and professional ethics in the discharge of their duties.

  • Kogi State Polytechnic Announces 56 Distinctions in 2024/2025 Second Semester Results

    Kogi State Polytechnic Announces 56 Distinctions in 2024/2025 Second Semester Results

    By Noah Ocheni, Lokoja

    The Academic Board of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has approved the 2024/2025 second semester results for graduating students of the National Diploma (ND II) and Higher National Diploma (HND II) programmes across various departments.

    This was revealed in a statement signed by the Director of Public Relations and Protocol, Uredo Omale, on Monday. According to the breakdown, a total of 56 students graduated with distinctions, comprising 20 from ND II and 36 from HND II programmes.

    The statement noted that the Academic Board meeting, held at the Polytechnic’s Academic Office Complex, was chaired by the Rector and Board Chairman, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman. During the session, Professor Usman commended the Central Result Verification Committee, headed by Deputy Rector Dr. Samuel Taiwo Olowo, for conducting a transparent and comprehensive review of the results.

    He also lauded the efforts of the Deans of Schools, Heads of Departments, and the Director of the Information Technology Resource Centre (ITRC) for their diligence and commitment during the results processing and verification exercise.

    Expressing gratitude to the Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, Professor Usman acknowledged the state government’s continued support in promoting educational excellence and infrastructural development in the Polytechnic. He emphasized that the enabling environment provided by the government has played a vital role in sustaining the institution’s academic growth.

    “The management of Kogi State Polytechnic remains committed to transparency, academic integrity, and the holistic development of our students,” Professor Usman said.

    He urged the graduating students to remain worthy ambassadors of the Polytechnic and to uphold the institution’s values wherever they go. He also encouraged current students to stay focused on their academic goals, assuring them that the management would continue to strengthen the Polytechnic’s educational standards.

    The Rector reiterated that the Polytechnic’s achievements reflect its dedication to academic excellence, student welfare, and institutional advancement.

    The release of the 2024/2025 second semester results marks another milestone in the Polytechnic’s ongoing effort to maintain its reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading institutions for technical and vocational education.