Tinubu Commended Over Appointment Of FCAPT Provost

President of the MAAUN Group of Universities, Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Dr Salisu Salisu as the substantive Provost of the Federal College of Agricultural Produce Technology (FCAPT).

Prof. Gwarzo described the appointment as timely and well deserved, saying Dr Salisu’s record of service, commitment to excellence and performance as Acting Provost made him eminently qualified for the position.

In a statement, Gwarzo said the appointment reflected President Tinubu’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s agricultural and education sectors by placing competent and experienced professionals in leadership positions.

“I am delighted that Mr President has entrusted this important responsibility to a hardworking, disciplined and dedicated administrator. Having served the institution for many years, Dr Salisu possesses a deep understanding of the college’s strengths, challenges and enormous potential. I have no doubt that under his leadership, FCAPT will witness remarkable growth and greater academic excellence,” he said.

The MAAUN president noted that the appointment comes at a time when the Federal Government is prioritising agriculture as a key driver of economic diversification, food security and national development. He expressed confidence that the new Provost would provide the leadership needed to reposition the college to produce highly skilled graduates capable of contributing to Nigeria’s agricultural transformation.

Gwarzo congratulated Dr Salisu on his appointment and urged him to justify the confidence reposed in him through integrity, innovation and inclusive leadership. He also expressed optimism that the college would continue to grow as a centre of excellence in agricultural education, research and innovation.

“On behalf of the management, staff and students of the MAAUN Group of Universities, I sincerely thank President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for this thoughtful appointment. I also congratulate Dr Salisu Salisu and the entire FCAPT community on this milestone,” he added.