EFCC Hands Over Forfeited Nok University Property, Assets To FG

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has formally handed over to the Federal Government the property and assets of Nok University, Kachia, in Kaduna state. Advertisement EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukayode, handed over the documents of the institution to the Minister of Education at an event witnessed by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. A Federal High Court in Abuja had in June 2024 ordered the final forfeiture of the property that was formerly owned by a private individual. Following the final forfeiture, President Bola Tinubu ordered the Federal Government to take over Nok University, Kachia, Kaduna State, and transform it into a Federal University of Applied Sciences as part of efforts to encourage growth in Southern Kaduna, which has experienced difficulties due to insecurity. ALSO READ: Representatives Call Out Customs Boss and Others for Refusing to Retire and Threaten Arrest NIMC DG Promotion Vice President Shettima spoke at the event, which was attended by Southern Kaduna stakeholders, including General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff, and Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State. She said the event demonstrates the administration's dedication to national development and inclusivity. "Today is fantastic for Kaduna State and the nation. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu deserves more credit for spearheading the process and putting it at the top of the Federal Executive Council's agenda. Either we have to learn to coexist as brothers, or Together, we will perish like idiots," he declared. Additionally, the Vice President honoured people who played a crucial role in the transition process, such as Senator Sunday Marshall, Justice Kumai Bayang Akaahs, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, and General Martin Luther Agwai (rtd). "My Lord, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, has been steadfast in his dedication to promoting peace and development in our area, and for that I am especially grateful. Our discussions with Senator Marshall, Justice Akaahs, and General Agwai were all focused on bringing this to pass. We're celebrating the results of those efforts today," he remarked. Promotion He also promised that the institution's operations will start right away. "The President has already instructed the Education Minister to make sure the university is taken down." in the 2025 budget so that it may begin accepting its first class of students in September," he stated. Governor Sani expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for making the dream of the Federal University of Applied Sciences in Southern Kaduna a reality. He called the signing ceremony and property transfer for the institution's launch a wonderful day for the state's citizens and all Nigerians. Sani assured that his administration will continue to govern Kaduna in an inclusive way where everyone's interests are taken into account, stating that the peaceful coexistence enjoyed throughout Kaduna and its environs, as well as the inclusion of all interests in the state, are ingrained as a deliberate policy of his administration. Promotion Olukayode, meanwhile, stated that the court had given the organization a judgment for the final confiscation of all university assets, including academic buildings, a water factory, an international hotel, and an event centre, in order to fulfill their mandate. The EFCC Chair stated, "We are here in accordance with the Federal Executive Council's resolution on February 4, 2025, to transfer the university's property for the use of the newly established Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia." President Tinubu's commitment to developing the country's human resources and capacity was exemplified by the university's founding, according to Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima's kindness is further demonstrated today.conviction that Nigeria's human capacity development in the fields of health, education, and social welfare protection should be swiftly expanded," Alausa stated. The day is "a very special day to say thank you to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the great honour done to the people of Southern Kaduna," according to Christopher Musa, Chief of Defence Staff. He claims that the President has consistently demonstrated his passion and dedication for the area and the nation as a whole. The university will increase the capacity of all Nigerians, thus this is a Nigerian enterprise that is not just for the people of Kaduna. Everyone in Kaduna State is thrilled with this incredible accomplishment, including us. The region will experience peace as a result of this concept.he state.

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