FG Postpones Inauguration Of Governing Councils For Tertiary Institutions
The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the postponement of the inauguration and retreat for pro-chancellors, chairmen and members of governing councils of federal tertiary institutions. It was also announced that the inauguration would be followed by a retreat for the members to acquaint them with their expected responsibilities and duties, in order to avoid unnecessary interference or clashes in the day-to-day activities of their respective institutions.
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The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the postponement of the inauguration and retreat for pro-chancellors, chairmen and members of governing councils of federal tertiary institutions.
The inauguration was previously scheduled to take place on Thursday, 30th and Friday, 31st May 2024, as announced when the list of council members was made public a few days ago.
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The Director of Press and Public Relations, Folasade Boriowo, in a statement said: “This is as a result of the presidential directive, as conveyed by the State House Press Release dated 23rd May 2024, for a comprehensive review of the membership of the Governing Councils of Federal Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria.”
It was also announced that the inauguration would be followed by a retreat for the members to acquaint them with their expected responsibilities and duties, in order to avoid unnecessary interference or clashes in the day-to-day activities of their respective institutions.
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Folasade Boriowo, has issued a statement apologizing on behalf of the Ministry for any inconveniences caused by the postponement. He said further updates would be communicated in due course while calling for their understanding and cooperation.
