Adamawa Polytechnic Moves to Resolve Certificate Issuance Delay for Affiliate Students – Rector

From Umar Dankano, Yola

The Rector of Adamawa State Polytechnic (SPY), Dr. Muhammad Toungos, has assured graduates who are yet to receive their certificates from affiliated institutions that efforts are underway to facilitate their collection.

This comes after a group of affected students submitted a petition, obtained by this reporter, accusing polytechnic officials of failing to remit necessary fees required for the release of their graduation certificates by the affiliated institutions.

Speaking in an interview over the weekend, Dr. Toungos reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to resolving the long-standing issue, stating that the polytechnic is working closely with all concerned institutions across the country.

He acknowledged that the delay was caused by communication gaps under previous administrations but assured that the institution’s Governing Council, along with its visitor, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has stepped in to address the matter administratively.

“When I assumed office, I inherited a backlog of unresolved certificate issues dating back to 2013. Since then, we have been engaging with former rectors, the state government, and our affiliate institutions nationwide to ensure that all pending certificates are processed and issued,” Dr. Toungos stated.

He further revealed that Governor Fintiri has allocated funds to facilitate the release of these certificates. However, due to the large number of affected students, many certificates are still being processed.

“As a result, the Polytechnic Council has deliberated on the matter and has submitted an additional funding request to fully resolve the issue,” he said.

Dr. Toungos also urged affected students who have yet to pay their N5,000 affiliation dues to do so promptly, as this will help expedite the certificate issuance process.

“I assure all concerned graduates that the institution remains committed to resolving this matter as soon as possible,” he added.

Meanwhile, in a letter of complaint, the affected students expressed their concerns and disappointment over the prolonged delay, highlighting how it has hindered their professional and academic aspirations.