Open Letter to Newly Appointed Rector, Prof. Sanusi Avidime, Calls for Institutional Restoration

 In a poignant open letter addressed to the newly appointed Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic (KSP), Professor Sanusi Avidime, a prominent human rights activist and member of the polytechnic community has called for a sweeping era of reform and reconciliation.

The letter, authored by Nana Ogirima, describes the transition as more than a change in office, labeling it a "moment for restoration" following years of alleged administrative turbulence.

The correspondence highlights deep-seated frustrations within the institution, specifically targeting the legacy of the previous administration. Key grievances raised include:

Meritocracy vs. Favoritism: The author alleges a pattern of "questionable appointments" where junior graduates were reportedly elevated to directorate positions over veteran staff with 15 to 30 years of service.

Administrative "Terror": The letter claims the previous leadership created an atmosphere of "frustration and uncertainty," which significantly weakened staff morale and institutional integrity.

Call for Reversal: Ogirima urged Professor Avidime to "courageously review and decisively reverse" administrative blunders rooted in perceived nepotism.

As Professor Avidime assumes leadership, the community has outlined a clear set of expectations for his tenure:

Restoration of Professionalism: Reestablishing respect for hierarchy and due process.

Transparency and Inclusion: Moving away from a "culture of fear" toward a leadership style that listens and acts justly.

Equity and Accountability: Ensuring that excellence, rather than favoritism, becomes the standard for advancement within the Polytechnic.

The letter concludes on a hopeful note, welcoming the new Rector with "open hearts." It describes the KSP community as standing at the threshold of a renewal where trust can be rebuilt and the dignity of the academic workforce restored.

"KSP deserves a Rector who understands that institutions are strengthened not by fear, but by equity," the letter noted, reflecting the high stakes surrounding Professor Avidime's arrival.