Bonny Oil and Gas Polytechnic Boss rolls out Feats in 3 Months
Acting Rector, Federal Polytechnic Oil and Gas, Bonny, Rivers State, Dr. Victor Okolobah, has rolled out his Key accomplishments within three months in Office, to the Governing Council Members yesterday.
Addressing the governing council Chairman Senator George Thompson Sekibo and other members of the Council , Dr. Okolobah pointed out that for the first time in the institution’s history, students have been issued identity cards, saying that it was a critical step towards enhancing security and streamlining administrative processes within and outside the institution.
He noted that the institution now owns a Gavel and Mace, emblematic items which had been previously absent.
He emphasized that it was important for an institution such as this to be distinguished as center of excellence saying that, under his watch, colourful academic gowns for members of the Council, Principal Officers, the Academic Board members and students has been introduced, saying that this initiative symbolizes a new era of pride and tradition within and outside the institution.
Dr. Okolobah told the council that he has successfully cleared backlog of outstanding allowances and other claims for staff, some dating back to 2020.
He added that management have equally addressed contract liabilities owed to hotels, individuals, and corporate entities for the years 2020, 2021, and 2022.
Dr. Okolobah further said for the first time, the institution now have a comprehensive staff manual adding that document is important for the institution’s operations and will soon be presented to the Council chairman for approval.
Further demonstrating his commitment to staff welfare, the Rector said his management team has succeeded in obtaining approval from the Hon. Minister of Education for the 2024 staff promotions.
He noted that on his resumption as acting Rector of the institution, there were twelve court cases in the institution and out which ten has been resolved , noting that the remaining two will be settled soon.
Dr. Okolobah also said that in the area of professional development, the management under his watch has successfully attracted the ADAPTI training program for staff which is scheduled to commence in the month September 2024.
The Rector noted that these accomplishments are building blocks which will be consolidated upon, stressing that the current management has laid a foundation for the future of the institution.
He expressed appreciation to the Chairman of the council, Senator George Thompson Sekibo and other members, and his readiness to work with the Council in order to move the institution forward.
Dr. Okolobah commended his management team for their cooperation, saying that more of such cooperation is required for the institution to attain her dream.
