Jega Urges Nigerian Government to Stop Appointing 'Failed' Politicians as University Leaders

Former INEC Chairman, Jega, delivered a lecture at Gombe State University, criticizing the practice of appointing "failed" politicians to lead universities in Nigeria. He highlighted the importance of having competent and visionary academic leaders rather than political loyalists.

Jega emphasized the need for a merit-based and transparent recruitment process to ensure qualified academics are appointed to leadership positions. The lecture was held in honor of late Prof.

Abdullahi Mahadi, a respected academic leader. The Vice Chancellor of Gombe State University, Prof.

Sani Ahm Yauta, praised Prof. Mahadi's legacy and called for urgent reforms in university governance.