Hanny Henry
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has approved the appointment of Ibrahim Danjuma, a Professor, as the new Rector of Adamawa State Polytechnic, Yola.
The appointment follows a recommendation by the institution’s Governing Council at its 35th Emergency Meeting.
Danjuma succeeds Professor Mohammed Dahiru Toungos, whose tenure as rector ended in March 2026.
In a statement issued by Humwashi Wonosikou, Governor’s Chief Press Secretary on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, Fintiri congratulated the new rector and charged him to uphold academic excellence, discipline and integrity in the discharge of his duties.
The governor also urged Danjuma to deploy his wealth of experience towards advancing the institution, particularly in the face of rapid technological advancement and innovation.
Fintiri said the appointment aligned with his administration’s commitment to revitalising the education sector and improving the quality of education in Adamawa State.
