Kebbi: PDP Demands Immediate Release Of Report On Health College Crisis

By Ayodele Oni

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kebbi State has demanded for the immediate release of the report of investigation on the students’ uprising at the College of Health Sciences and Technology, Jega.

This was contained in a statement, signed by Alhaji Sani Dododo, state PDP Public Relations Officer (PRO), and made available to newsmen on Monday in Birnin Kebbl.

The party was of the view that the  prolonged closure of the institution will negatively impact academic activities, emphasizing the need for prompt resumption of lecture

The report, which was due two weeks ago, is yet to be made public, sparking concerns among students, parents, and the college management.

The Musa Muhammad Tungulawa-led Committee began its investigation on October 28, 2024, with a promise to thoroughly examine the causes of the riots, circumstances leading to it, roles played by each stakeholder, and recommend measures to prevent future occurrences.

However, 22 days after the commencement of the investigation, the Committee is yet to release its report.

The Committee, chaired by Commissioner of Environment, Alhaji Mohammed Musa Tungulawa, was tasked with investigating the students’ riot and providing recommendations.

According to Commissioner of Information and Culture Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed, the Committee will interface with all stakeholders, including students, teachers, school management, and security personnel, to unravel the causes of the riot and prevent future occurrences.

While reacting to the demand, the Commissioner of Information and Culture and a member of the committee declared that “Our report is ready.

“We are waiting for His Excellency, the Executive Governor to return to the state, as he travelled on official assignment. Immediately he returns, the report will be presented.

“Why are they in a hurry?  Upon receiving the report, the governor will determine whether it should be made public or not.”

The students of the health college had rioted over increment in some payments, which led to the destruction of the residence and vehicle of the provost of the college.