President Bola Tinubu has officially appointed a new board for the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), marking a significant step in the administration’s efforts to enhance Nigeria’s higher education sector. The announcement, made public on Thursday, includes a comprehensive list of distinguished individuals who will now steer the affairs of TETFund.
The newly appointed board members are expected to bring fresh perspectives and renewed vigor to the management and disbursement of funds aimed at improving the quality of tertiary education in Nigeria. This move is part of the government’s broader strategy to address the challenges facing the education sector, particularly in infrastructure, research, and development.
The full list of the new TETFund board members includes:
1. Dr. Bashir Ibrahim – Chairman
2. Prof. Sadiq Abubakar – Member
3. Mrs. Yinka Oluwole – Member
4. Chief Uche Ekwunife– Member
5. Prof. Mohammed Sanusi– Member
6. Dr. Ifeoma Nkemakonam– Member
7. Mr. Ahmed Garba– Member
8. Mrs. Zainab Mahmud– Member
These individuals bring a wealth of experience from various sectors, including academia, public administration, and finance. Their appointments are expected to significantly impact the efficient allocation and utilization of resources within Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.
TETFund, established in 2011, is a critical agency tasked with managing funds for educational development in public tertiary institutions. The agency’s renewed leadership under President Tinubu’s administration is anticipated to catalyze significant progress in addressing the infrastructural and academic needs of Nigeria’s higher education system.
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