By Charles Maduka
Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, has sworn in Mike Jen as the new Commissioner for Tertiary Education, describing the move as a key part of efforts to reposition higher education in the state.
Until his appointment, Jen was a member of the Taraba State House of Assembly representing the Karim Lamido II constituency. He voluntarily resigned from the legislature to accept the new executive role.
Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony held at Government House in Jalingo, Governor Kefas explained that the decision was driven by a strong commitment to addressing persistent challenges in the tertiary education sector.
“I have been thinking hard about how to fix the problems in tertiary education, and Hon. Mike Dio Jen emerged as the right person for the job,” the governor said.
He praised Jen’s commitment to public service and his willingness to leave his legislative duties in order to serve in a different capacity.
“Governance is about getting the right people in the right positions, and that’s what we’ve done here. I call on everyone to support him,” Kefas added.
In his response, Jen expressed gratitude to the governor for the opportunity and pledged to work diligently to uplift the standard of tertiary institutions across the state.
“I am honoured by this appointment and thank His Excellency for the confidence in me. I will work closely with all stakeholders to resolve the issues facing our tertiary education system,” Jen said.
He also highlighted the governor’s ongoing investment in education, noting that while the results may not be immediate, they are setting the foundation for long-term progress.
“Governor Kefas is placing Taraba on the global map through education, and the impact will be seen in the years to come,” he added.
Meanwhile, the governor also presented a staff of office to Alhaji Bello Nuhu Mohammed, the newly selected third-class Chief of Sansani, following his endorsement by the kingmakers.
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