The President of the MAAUN Group of Universities, Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Dr. Salisu Salisu as the substantive Provost of the Federal College of Agricultural Produce Technology (FCAPT).

Gwarzo described the appointment as well deserved, saying Dr. Salisu’s record of service, leadership experience and commitment to academic excellence made him the right person to lead the institution.

He noted that the new provost had demonstrated competence during his tenure as Acting Provost and possessed a thorough understanding of the college’s operations, challenges and opportunities.

“I am delighted that Mr. President has entrusted this important responsibility to a hardworking, disciplined and dedicated administrator. Having served the institution for many years, Dr. Salisu possesses a deep understanding of the college’s strengths, challenges and enormous potential. I have no doubt that under his leadership, FCAPT will witness remarkable growth and greater academic excellence,” Gwarzo said.

He also praised President Tinubu for prioritising merit, competence and experience in making appointments within Nigeria’s education sector.

According to him, the appointment comes at a time when the Federal Government is placing renewed emphasis on agriculture as a key pillar of economic diversification, food security and national development.

“With President Tinubu prioritising agriculture, I am confident that Dr. Salisu will provide the visionary leadership needed to reposition the college to produce highly skilled graduates and professionals who will contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s agricultural transformation and national development,” he added.

Gwarzo congratulated Dr. Salisu on his appointment and urged him to justify the confidence reposed in him by providing purposeful, innovative and inclusive leadership.

He expressed optimism that FCAPT would continue to strengthen its reputation as a centre for excellence in agricultural education, research and innovation under the new leadership.

“On behalf of the management, staff and students of the MAAUN Group of Universities, I sincerely thank His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for this thoughtful appointment. I also congratulate Dr. Salisu Salisu and the entire FCAPT community on this milestone,” he said.