The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has lauded Governor Abdullahi Sule for his dedication to advancing tertiary education in the state, particularly through the ongoing construction of hostel accommodations at Isa Mustapha Agwai 1 Polytechnic (IMAP), Lafia.
The commendation came during an oversight visit by the House Committee on Education, led by its Chairman, Rt. Hon. Abel Yakubu Bala, to the polytechnic on Tuesday.
Hon. Bala noted that the new hostels would significantly enhance the well-being of students, create a more conducive learning environment, and elevate educational standards in the institution.
"I commend our able Governor, Engr. A. A. Sule, for his relentless efforts in promoting polytechnic education and initiating infrastructural projects such as these hostels," he said.
The lawmaker also applauded the Acting Rector of IMAP, Dr. Nurudeen Mu'azu Maifata, and his management team for their strides in boosting the institution’s revenue base and achieving academic excellence.
"We are impressed with how the Rector has turned around the institution's academic activities and improved its financial standing. We urge the management to sustain these efforts," he added.
During a visit to the State Teachers' Service Commission (TSC), the committee acknowledged Gov. Sule’s recruitment of secondary school teachers but appealed for the employment of more to address staff shortages across the state.
"The shortage of secondary school teachers in Nasarawa is a pressing issue. We appeal to His Excellency to consider recruiting more teachers to bridge this gap. His passion for education gives us confidence that this will be addressed soon," Hon. Bala stated.
He assured that the committee would continue to support initiatives aimed at enhancing the education sector.
Earlier, the Acting Rector of IMAP, Dr. Maifata, expressed gratitude to the committee for its consistent support. He also highlighted some challenges facing the institution, including high electricity tariffs and funding constraints, while thanking Gov. Sule for prioritizing the polytechnic's development.
Similarly, Alhaji Abubakar Gada Mohammed, Executive Chairman of the TSC, appreciated the government and the Assembly for supporting the recruitment of teachers. He also appealed for operational vehicles to enhance the commission's effectiveness, a request the House promised to address.
As part of their visit, the committee inspected the hostel construction site at IMAP and reiterated their commitment to ensuring that quality education remains a priority in Nasarawa State.
