Lecturers at the College of Education, Akwanga, have called on the Nasarawa State Government to urgently reassess the recent employment of academic staff in a bid to restore the institution’s academic standards.
The Chairman of the Committee of Deans, Dr. Aminu Dodo, made this appeal during a meeting in Akwanga, which included members of the Governing Council, management, deans, heads of departments, and leaders of the Joint Unions. The focus of the meeting was on improving staff welfare and addressing the decline in academic quality over the past four years.
Dr. Dodo noted that the college had maintained a solid academic reputation for over 40 years, but external interference in recent years has contributed to its decline. He criticized the latest recruitment process, arguing that it failed to align with the specific needs of various departments, resulting in inefficiencies among newly hired lecturers.
He urged the state government to ensure that future academic appointments follow due process and are devoid of favoritism.
Outgoing Chairman of the Governing Council, Mr. Ishaya Awotu, underscored the need for improved accountability and efficient resource management to boost the college’s academic standing. He revealed that over 700 million Naira had been mismanaged and emphasized the need to allocate funds for outstanding staff gratuities.
Provost Dr. Jonathan Thani added that to enhance teacher education in Nasarawa State, more focus should be placed on improving infrastructure, security, and providing adequate learning materials.
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