Chidimma Uchegbu – Abuja
The Academic Staff Union of Colleges of Agriculture (ASUCA), led by its Chairman, Dr. Kenneth Ikijiefor Ogbu weekend met with the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, Dr. Chinyere Ijeoma Akujobi, to seek her support in addressing critical challenges confronting the Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology, Vom, Plateau State.
A statement signed by the Director, Press and Public Relations Department, Ben. Bem Goong,, said that the Union highlighted key concerns, including the urgent need for the appointment of a Provost, the College’s continued exclusion from TETFund interventions, the necessity for increased budgetary allocation, the adoption of a new scheme of service to replace the outdated 2004 version, and the dire need for improved infrastructure to enhance teaching, learning, and research.
Responding, the Permanent Secretary appreciated the visit, assured the delegation that their concerns would be carefully looked into, and reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to supporting institutions under its purview.
The visit also featured the unveiling and presentation of a portrait of the Permanent Secretary in a symbolic gesture of goodwill.
