The Federal Ministry of Education has has now halted the inauguration and retreat for pro-chancellors, chairmen and members of governing councils in federal tertiary institutions.
According to a statement released by the ministry and signed by the Director (Press & PR), Folasade Boriowo, on Monday, May 27, the development came because of a federal government directive, that called for a thorough review of the membership of the nominees, apologising for any inconveniences the change of plans may have caused.
The inauguration and retreat had been scheduled for Thursday, 30th and Friday, 31st May 2024 before this development came about.
This was after the Federal Ministry of Education released the names of nominees for chairmen, pro-chancellors, and members of the boards and councils of universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education not long ago.
However, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, had countered the nominations in a statement on Thursday, saying that public reactions revealed that the nominations did not show the federal character of the country, as certain states had only been nominated once while others got many.
What They’re Saying:
Bayo Onanuga had been quoted as saying in the statement:
“In directing a complete review of the list of members, President Tinubu acknowledges the feedback across the country.
“President Tinubu is committed to ensuring strict compliance with the principle of federal character as entrenched in the constitution,” Onanuga said.
Onanuga concluded the statement by affirming that the review would also be taking into consideration, the national spread and ensure every part of the country is duly represented.
What Does This Mean
The delay in the inauguration and retreat for pro-chancellors, chairmen, and members of governing councils in federal tertiary institutions highlights the significance of adhering to federal guidelines and making sure that there is inclusivity in governance appointments.
The discrepancies in the nominees highlight the need for a thorough review so that the principle of federal character as stipulated in the Nigerian constitution is upheld.
