Transformative Leadership: Professor Sunday Paul Bako's Impact on Taraba State University

Professor Sunday Paul Bako, Vice-Chancellor of Taraba State University, Jalingo, has been making waves with his results-driven leadership style since taking office in March 2022.

His commitment to action over promises has yielded impressive results, transforming the university's infrastructure, academics, and overall reputation.

Under Professor Bako's leadership, over ten infrastructural projects have been completed or are underway, including:

- _Renovated 900-bed Female Hostel_

- _TSU 24 Lecture Theatre_

- _Integrated Complex at the Faculty of Health Sciences_

- _Joseph U. Bibinu Building for the Faculty of Law_

- _Expanded Faculty of Science, Engineering, and Sports Complex_

These projects demonstrate Professor Bako's attention to detail and commitment to providing a conducive learning environment ¹.

Beyond infrastructure, Professor Bako has made significant strides in:

- _Staff Training and Programmes Accreditation_

- _Enhanced Student Welfare_

- _Secured Recognition for Professional Programmes_ in Law, Medlab, Accounting, Environmental Health, and Nursing

The university's academic calendar, once lagging, is now back on track, with the 2024/2025 online screening underway for prospective candidates ¹.

Professor Bako's interest in digitization has led to the migration of various university processes online, including:

- _Computation of Results_

- _Results Checking_

- _Fees Payments_

- _Examinations_

- _Staff Interface_

- _CCTV Cameras_ to monitor and reduce examination misconduct

These initiatives have earned him the nickname "Digital Vice-Chancellor" ¹.

Professor Bako's transformative leadership has solidified Taraba State University's position as a competitive academic institution, both nationally and internationally. His commitment to excellence and progress has earned him the nickname "Mr. Project," a leader driven by results, not rhetoric .