The Kebbi State Government has removed the Vice Chancellor of Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology, Aliero (AFUSTA), Prof. Danshehu Bagudu Gwadangaji, alongside five other top administrative officers, following the outcome of a recent investigation into the institution’s affairs.
The decision was announced in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Yakubu Bala Tafida, who said the action was taken after deliberations at a State Executive Council (SEC) meeting. He explained that the move was based on recommendations contained in the report of a visitation panel set up by the government to review the university’s operations.
Those affected by the decision include two Deputy Vice Chancellors in charge of Academic and Administration, as well as the Registrar and the Bursar.
In a related development, the government approved the dissolution of the university’s Governing Council, also in line with the panel’s recommendations.
To ensure continuity in the administration of the institution, the state government appointed Prof. Sama’ila Arzika Mungadi as the Sole Administrator of AFUSTA with immediate effect from April 30, 2026.
The government did not provide further details on the specific findings of the panel but reiterated its commitment to repositioning the university for improved efficiency and academic excellence.