The newly inaugurated Governing Council of the Federal College of Agriculture and Technology, Nabanje, Katsina State have been tasked to embrace strategic, legacy-driven leadership in steering the institution to boost innovation, food security, and youth empowerment.
Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, gave the charge
during the inauguration ceremony of the members in Abuja, Nigeria
The minister in a statement by the Director of Press of the ministry Boriowo Folashade, urged the Council to prioritize transparency, effective governance, entrepreneurship, and demand-driven research while developing their strategic plan and promoting peaceful collaboration.
READ ALSO:Food Security: Nigerian government to review agricultural laws
“This institution is strategically positioned to contribute to Nigeria’s drive for food security, youth employment, and sustainable economic growth. Your appointment is not just an honour, but a call to serve our country through transformational leadership in Education and Agriculture,” she said.
According to her, the College was created to promote agricultural education, innovation, and national development, stressing that the establishment of the College aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at transforming graduates into job creators and achieving national food security.
Ahmad said the appointment of the Council members was based on their proven track record in leadership, national service, and commitment to development. She described the appointments as a national call to service, urging the appointees to demonstrate dedication, responsibility, and commitment in carrying out their roles.
“There is the need for partnerships with local communities, private sector stakeholders, and international partners to achieve the College’s objectives. I encouraged the Council to collaborate with sister institutions and maintain synergy with the College’s management to fully realize the institution’s mandate of youth empowerment and food production,” she emphasized.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Abel O. Enitan, and the Director of University Education, Mrs. Rakiya Gambo, congratulated the appointees and urged them to uphold transparency and accountability in their stewardship.
The newly inaugurated Chairman, Professor Tai Oluwagbemi, expressed appreciation to President Tinubu, the Ministry of Education, and the National Assembly for facilitating the establishment of the College.
“We want to build a centre of excellence that will be second to none in the region. We pledging the Council’s unwavering commitment to excellence and agricultural innovation, he said.
Members of the Governing Council include: Professor Tai Oluwagbemi – Chairman, Governing Council Dr. Mukhtar Habib – Provost. Other members are: Labiru Musa Kafur, Yusuf Hassan, Professor Abdulsamad Umar Jibia, and Professor Inuwa Shehu Usman – Members.