President Bola Tinubu has appointed Emperor Jarrett Tenebe, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman in Edo State, as the Board Chairman of the Federal College of Agriculture, Akure.
The appointment, announced on Thursday, in a statement by Mr Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to the President, is part of Tinubu’s ongoing efforts to strengthen key federal institutions with experienced administrators and trusted political allies. Tenebe, a prominent grassroots politician and party strategist, is expected to bring his leadership experience to the institution, enhancing agricultural education and research.
Tenebe’s appointment is seen as a recognition of his unwavering commitment to the APC and his role in consolidating the party’s influence in Edo State. His tenure as board chairman is expected to foster policies that will advance agricultural innovation and drive Nigeria’s quest for food security.
Political analysts note that this appointment underscores Tinubu’s strategy of placing competent party stalwarts in positions where they can contribute to national development while strengthening the APC’s foothold across states.
The Federal College of Agriculture, Akure, is a key institution in Nigeria’s agricultural sector, providing technical training, research, and innovation for improved food production. With Tenebe at the helm, stakeholders anticipate a new era of progress and capacity-building for students and farmers alike.
His appointment is among several others made by President Tinubu to reposition federal agencies for efficiency and productivity.