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From Fred Ezeh, Abuja
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has commissioned a 244-bed female hostel at Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori, Rivers State, as part of measures by the Federal Government to alleviate students’ accommodation challenges in public tertiary institutions in Nigeria.
A statement from TETFund on Thursday indicated that the commissioning was performed by the member representing the South-South Geopolitical Zone in the TETFund Board of Trustees, Hon. Aboh Uduyok, who commended the management of the institution for the timely delivery of the project.
Uduyok disclosed that the 244-bed female student hostel project was built at a total cost of N1,399,965,179.25, and was sponsored by TETFund.
“The event is more than a commissioning. It is a celebration of partnership, vision, and progress. Across Nigeria, TETFund has been commissioning completed projects in beneficiary institutions. This reflects the Fund’s steady pursuit of excellence and impact through purposeful interventions. What we witnessed is a demonstration of prudent resource management and a shared commitment to transforming Nigeria’s tertiary education sector.
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“It is gratifying to note that this project has been delivered under the present challenging economic conditions, and this is a tangible symbol of resilience, integrity, and commitment. This stands as part of TETFund’s continuous effort to ensure that all beneficiary institutions have the requisite physical infrastructure to support innovation, creativity, and excellence in technical and vocational education,” Uduyok said.
The Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, who was represented by Engr. Samson Imoni of TETFund’s Monitoring and Evaluation Department, commended the institution for demonstrating prudence, integrity, and discipline in its management of public funds.
Also speaking at the event, the Rector of the polytechnic, Dr Ledum Gwarah, expressed appreciation to TETFund for its intervention role in the institution.
“This project brings us immense joy because it is not merely a building, it is a facility that transforms lives. With the comfort provided here, our students will be encouraged to remain on campus, concentrate on their studies, and thrive in a safe and conducive environment,” he said.
