The Governing Council of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) has dismissed Isah Yusuf Tsafe, the Director of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), for gross misconduct, negligence, and failure to account for university assets under his custody. The decision was announced in a statement by Jamilu Magaji, Head of Information and Public Relations at the university.
According to the statement, Tsafe’s dismissal followed disciplinary proceedings that established allegations of misconduct against him. In a separate action, the council also demoted Abdullahi Mohammed Adamu, an ICT staff member, by one grade level and barred him from promotion for five years for engaging in financial transactions with parents of admission seekers and involvement in admission-related matters.
The university’s Governing Council has directed management to recover or surcharge the value of outstanding university property linked to the case. This move reflects the council’s commitment to upholding merit, discipline, and professionalism in university administration.
The dismissal and demotion demonstrate FUBK’s zero-tolerance policy towards misconduct and corruption. The university has also approved the promotion of five academic staff to the rank of Associate Professor (Reader).
The action taken by FUBK’s Governing Council underscores the importance of accountability and responsible conduct in public institutions. The university’s management has been urged to ensure that all staff members adhere to the institution’s rules and regulations.
The FUBK community has welcomed the decision, citing it as a necessary step towards maintaining the institution’s integrity. The university’s administration has assured stakeholders that it will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and accountability.
The case highlights the need for robust internal controls and effective governance in public institutions. FUBK’s response to the situation demonstrates its commitment to addressing misconduct and promoting a culture of transparency and accountability.
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