The Governing Council of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has taken decisive disciplinary actions against three staff members, including the termination of an officer for s3xual molestation and the demotion of a senior official for negligence.
Council Approves Strict Disciplinary Measures
In a move to enforce its strict disciplinary standards, the council approved the termination of Mr. Mukhtar Muhammed, an Administrative Officer II, following allegations of s3xual molestation. This decision underscores the institution's zero-tolerance policy towards such misconduct.
Furthermore, the council demoted Mr. Audu Mathew from his position as a Deputy Registrar to the rank of Principal Assistant Registrar. This demotion was a direct consequence of his negligence of duty.
A third staff member, Mrs. Funmilayo Afolabi, an Assistant Chief Executive Officer, also had her appointment terminated. This action was taken because she absconded from duty for a period of nine months.
Major Staff Promotions Announced
Alongside the disciplinary actions, the Governing Council announced a significant wave of promotions for both teaching and non-teaching staff. The council approved the promotion of 11 Principal Lecturers to the rank of Chief Lecturer.
The newly promoted Chief Lecturers, as recommended by the Appointments, Promotions, and Disciplinary Committee (AP&DC), are:
- Mr Ehimony James Baba Tunde (School of Applied Sciences)
- Mrs Ajayi Omolola Felicia (School of Applied Sciences)
- Engr. Anikoh Godwin Ateiza (School of Engineering Technology)
- Dr. Acharu Faith Tony-Okeme (School of Management Studies)
- Dr. Raji Abdulwasiu Adeyemi (School of Management Studies)
- Mrs Akinola Hope Ojochide (School of General and Communication Studies)
- Mrs Olayiwola Grace Eleojo (School of General and Communication Studies)
- Mr Aminu Fasasi Olanrewaju (School of General and Communication Studies)
- Mr Boluromi Samuel Sunday (School of Preliminary Studies)
- Mr Salawu Abdulazeez (School of Preliminary Studies)
- Arc. Dr. Thompson Ochedi Ekele (School of Environmental Technology)
In a broader promotion exercise, the council approved the advancement of 49 academic staff and 71 non-teaching staff for the 2024 cycle. Additionally, it approved promotions for 225 academic staff and 227 non-teaching staff for the 2025 exercise. This brings the total number of staff benefiting from the latest promotion decisions to 583 individuals.
Decisions Made at 72nd Council Meeting
All these far-reaching decisions were made during the 72nd Regular Meeting of the Governing Council, which was held on Friday, 19th December, 2025. The meeting took place at the Polytechnic's Council Chamber and was presided over by the Council Chairman, Barrister Sani Shaibu.
The institution's Director of Public Relations and Protocol, Uredo Omale, confirmed these developments in an official statement. The statement emphasized that the actions were taken to maintain and enforce the polytechnic's strict disciplinary posture while also rewarding diligent and committed staff.
