Zulum Commits to Boost Funding for Borno Tertiary Institutions

On [specific date not provided], Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, pledged increased funding and support for tertiary institutions in the state to improve staff welfare and academic programs. This commitment was made during a meeting with the Forum of Heads of Tertiary Institutions at the Government House in Maiduguri.

Governor Zulum announced plans to review salaries for staff at Ramat Polytechnic and the state’s Colleges of Education, provide funding for accreditation of academic programs, recruit staff based on institutional needs, and enhance infrastructure in selected institutions. He emphasized the need to address salary arrears and promotions owed to staff.

Zulum expressed particular interest in transforming the Abba Ashigar College of Business and Management Studies and the College of Legal and Islamic Studies, directing the reintroduction of courses to meet manpower needs. Additionally, he pledged to rehabilitate staff quarters at Ramat Polytechnic and remodel the College of Nursing's hostel.

Professor Babagana Gutti, Vice Chancellor of Kashim Ibrahim University, commended the governor for progress in education but requested further funding.