Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi

A Center of Excellence in Agriculture. We also host an Institute of Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards (IPESS)

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JoSTUM News Bulletin......

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"At JOSTUM, we are repositioning engineering education from theory to practical excellence. The transformed Mechanical Engineering Workshop reflects our commitment to hands on learning, innovation and industry ready skills"

Engr. Prof. Isaac. N. Itodo,
Vice-Chancellor, JOSTUM

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Our weekly bulletin.....
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THE CURRENT STATE OF JOSTUM ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES.........

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🎉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR VICE-CHANCELLOR, ENGR. PROF. ISAAC N. ITODO🎉
We honour your outstanding leadership, academic excellence, and dedicated service to the University, and the nation. May your new year be filled with good health, wisdom, and greater accomplishments. HBD Sir

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Highlights of its TOR include advising University Senate on course system policies, review and update academic regulations, guide on approved programmes, and handle related matters from Senate.

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Earlier today, JoSTUM VC, Engr. Prof. Isaac. N Itodo (represented by DVC Acad., Prof. R. Wuana), inaugurated a University Curriculum Committee to review & enhance academic programmes in line with global best practice.

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JoSTUM remains committed to excellence, student welfare, and infrastructure growth. #NANS #JoSTUM #StudentWelfare #EducationNG

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NANS EXTOLS JOSTUM FOR PRIORITISING STUDENTS' WELFARE

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has praised JoSTUM for its commitment to student welfare during a courtesy visit led by its President, Comrade Olushola Oladoja

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₦550M has been allocated from recent FG funds for hostel upgrades, while PPP plans are underway for new hostels, a resort & sports facilities

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He reaffirmed JoSTUM's role in national leadership, noting 3 FEC members are alumni, a feat unmatched by any Nigerian university.

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On security, the VC disclosed ongoing fencing of hostels & plans to deploy soldiers to boost campus safety.

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Notable alumni include:

APC Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda

Water Resources Minister, Prof. Joseph Utsev

Minister of State, Agric, Sen. Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi

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In response, VC Engr. Prof. I. N. Itodo described the students' mission as noble and timely, praising their leadership efforts

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He urged JoSTUM to improve restrooms near lecture halls, hostel maintenance, sports facilities, and campus security

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Oladoja hailed JoSTUM's infrastructure, noting no cases of student marginalisation. He also applauded FG’s education strides under President Tinubu, especially the student loan initiative.

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The visit, part of a nationwide university tour, featured an interface with the VC and JoSTUM management at the VC's Conference Room on Aug 6, 2025

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He also urged NSE to collaborate with other student groups to amplify their impact. If approved, JoSTUM will be the 3rd Nigerian university with an NSE student wing.

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The Nigerian Environmental Society (NSE), Benue Chapter, is seeking the establishment of a student wing at Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JoSTUM), to nurture environmental consciousness in young minds.

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Prof. Itodo welcomed the move, pledging prompt approval once a formal request is submitted. He emphasized the university’s commitment to environmental issues despite national challenges.

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The NSE also honoured Prof. Itodo with an Environmental Stewardship Excellence Award for his commitment to environmental sustainability and for supporting partnerships like that with IPESS.