BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints 555 People, Including Jega, Olanipekun

Tinubu Approves 555 Appointments to Tertiary Institution Governing Councils.

In a move aimed at revitalizing the education sector, President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of 555 individuals to serve as Chairmen and members of governing councils of tertiary institutions across Nigeria. This development is expected to bring a sense of stability and direction to the nation’s tertiary education system.

Among those appointed are several notable figures, including Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN), a respected legal luminary, Attahiru Jega, former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and Sen. Udoma Udo Udoma, a former minister of Budget and National Planning. These individuals bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their new roles, and are expected to play a crucial part in shaping the future of Nigeria’s tertiary education.

The inauguration and retreat for the chairmen and members of the governing councils of tertiary institutions are scheduled to take place on Thursday, May 30 and Friday, May 31, 2024. This event promises to be a significant milestone in the education sector, as it marks the beginning of a new era of leadership and governance in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.

The appointment of governing councils for tertiary institutions is a critical step towards addressing the numerous challenges facing the education sector in Nigeria. The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) had recently issued a two-week ultimatum to the federal government, demanding the constitution of governing councils for universities and tertiary institutions. With this latest development, it appears that the government has heeded the union’s call, and has taken a significant step towards addressing the concerns of the academic community.

The appointment of governing councils is expected to bring a sense of stability and direction to the nation’s tertiary education system, which has been plagued by strikes and other challenges in recent years. It is hoped that these new appointees will work towards addressing the numerous challenges facing the education sector, and will help to restore Nigeria’s tertiary institutions to their former glory.

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