The 14th Governing Council of the Kogi State College of Education, Ankpa has commended the Provost of the College, Dr. Paul Femi Fashagba, FCNA, for his transformative leadership and developmental strides.
The commendation came on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, during the Council’s Third Expanded Meeting, which featured an inspection tour of ongoing projects in the College.
Chairman of the Governing Council, Prof. Yakubu Isah, who led members on the tour, described Dr. Fashagba as a workaholic Provost, focused and visionary in his drive to transform the institution.
According to Prof. Isah, the pace and quality of projects under the Provost are visibly repositioning the College and enhancing its image within and outside Nigeria.
Other Council members including Dr. Galadima, Hon. Shigaba, Barrister Abdulwahab and Mr. Itopa, also lauded the Provost, noting that his development-driven approach is fast bringing a much-needed facelift to the College.
In a historic move, the Council conferred on Dr. Fashagba an Award of Excellence and Outstanding Performance in recognition of his achievements.
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The Council said the award is the first of its kind to be bestowed on a serving Provost in the history of the College, and represents a strong vote of confidence in his leadership.
In his response, Dr. Fashagba thanked the Council for the honour and said the achievements recorded were as a result of collective effort by management, staff and students. He reaffirmed his commitment to sustain the transformation agenda.
In a related development, the Council also recognised the immediate past Acting Registrar and Deputy Registrar, Exams and Records/Council Affairs, Dr. C. J. Ezeoru, for his contributions to the administration and growth of the College.
