The Delta State House of Assembly has imposed a six-month suspension on the Rector of the Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Professor Emmanuel Achuenu.

This suspension was attributed to serious allegations of financial recklessness, misappropriation of funds, and gross administrative misconduct.

Also, the institution’s Bursar has been suspended for six months due to his alleged involvement in the financial irregularities identified during the Assembly’s investigation.

This decision was reached after the Assembly reviewed a report from a parliamentary investigative committee specifically tasked with probing the financial and administrative practices of the polytechnic.

Delta Speaker, Dennis Guwor, highlighted the findings of the investigation which indicated “multiple instances of unauthorized expenditures and administrative lapses” occurring during Professor Achuenu’s tenure.

Lawmakers characterized his actions as a “flagrant abuse of office” and a significant violation of regulations that govern public tertiary institutions.

The suspensions, they said, were to restore accountability and integrity within the institution’s administration while the investigations continue.

According to the committee’s findings, the Rector allegedly disregarded the directives of the Governing Council and violated established financial procedures in managing the institution’s resources.

In its resolution, the Assembly upheld the six-month suspension earlier imposed by the Governing Council, noting that the move was necessary to reinforce accountability and discipline within the institution.

The Assembly also directed the Delta State Ministry of Higher Education to supervise the polytechnic’s affairs during the suspension period to ensure transparency, stability, and adherence to due process.

Lawmakers reaffirmed the Assembly’s zero tolerance for financial mismanagement in public institutions, emphasizing that the decision was aimed at restoring integrity and public confidence in the state’s education system. (The Nation)