Kwara State Government has urged managements of the state owned tertiary institutions to support its educational policies and programmes to ensure efficiency in the sector.
The State Commissioner for Tertiary Education Dr. Alabi Abolore made the call at the inauguration of the newly appointed Provost of the College of Nursing Oke-Ode Ifelodun local government area of the state Alhaji Quadri Olarewaju.
He advised the Provost to lead by example and strive to maintain peace and ensure a stable and uninterrupted school calendar.
Dr. Abolore reaffirmed the government’s commitment to continue to transform the State owned institutions and provide necessary support that will enable them run efficiently.
In her remark the Chairperson of the Governing Council of the College Hajiya Mariam Ibrahim, said the new Provost was appointed based on merit.
She expressed confidence that the new Provost will put his wealth of experience as a nurse to bear and ensure speedy growth and development of the College.
Earlier in his address the Provost of the College, Alhaji Quadri Olarewaju, promised to work in synergy with the Governing Council and other management staff to ensure that the citadel of learning remains one of the best in the State and the Country at large.
COV/ALI MUHAMMAD RABIU