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Yakubu Gowon University Acting VC, Prof Lar, gets vote of confidence for tenure extension 

 

By Israel Adamu, Jos 

Cross section of  natives  of  the Federal Capital  Territory (FCT )  at the weekend pleaded with the  the federal government to extend the tenure of Professor Patricia Lar, the acting vice-chancellor of the  Yakubu Gowon University formerly named the University of Abuja.

This was contained in a statement Jointly signed by  Bulus  Zwahu and Zwakwachi Yohanna and made available to newsmen.

They stressed that the acting Vice Chancellor Prof Patricia Lar is doing a lot in the university and called on the Federal government to extend her tenure. 

The statement reads “We are so pleased with the acting VC Prof Lar,We are seeing the good works that you are doing in the University  ,May God  empower you to do more. 

” There is massive transformation in the university and we are pleading that her tenure is extended. “

They lauded  Pro  Lar for the disciplinary measures introduced by her administration,which has contributed immensely to the overall peace and massive development in the Institution.

They described her leadership style as “humane and inclusive”, noting that the acting VC’s approach to governance has brought calm to the campus

The added that the acting vice-chancellor has stabilised the university since her appointment in February.

They praised President Bola Tinubu for intervening and commended Tunji Alausa, minister of education, and  the university’s pro-chancellor, for their support for Lar.

Prof Patricia Lar has  proven  that she excels excellently in any task before her. 

According to some of the natives , Lar has ended staff victimisation, resumed dialogue with unions and student bodies, and addressed issues like stalled promotions and infrastructure decay.

Although her mandate is for six months, they want it extended to allow for the completion of ongoing reforms.

We appeal to the Federal government to extend her tenure so that she would continue to do the good works she is currently doing in the institution, they added. 

We are passing a vote of confidence on her for her good works and we call on her not to be distracted, but rather continue doing the good works, she is doing in the institution. 

Prof Patricia Lar stands out as one of the most supportive and encouraging academic leaders  we have ever encountered in recent times . 

According to them ” Her  doors are always open to ideas, and she provides unwavering support to help students and researchers thrive.

From what we have seen so far ,we are confident that Prof Lar is passionately committed to positioning the institution among the top-ranking universities not only in Nigeria or across Africa, but globally. 

She is fully investing  in anything that contributes to the advancement of the university. 

Her leadership fosters a strong academic culture, inspiring both students and lecturers alike and empowering the next generation of researchers.

We look forward to your rising. We will keep praying for you. , they added.

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