The Newly appointed Director General, Nigeria Institute of Leather Science and Technology Dr Auwal Mustapha Imam pledged to use his administrative experience in uplifting the institute to a greater height.
By Aliyu Bala Gerengi, Gombe
Dr Auwal Mustapha Imam stated this while addressing the management and staff of the Agency shortly after his assumption of office as the DG/CEO at NILES Headquarters on Tuesday 11th November, 2023.
The new Director General stressed that under his administration, the institute would play critical roles in supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic, innovative and technology Agenda through the institute experienced Graduates and ambassadors that will drive its mandates for research and national development.
He said during his tenure the NILES as a tertiary training and research institute which specialises in manufacturing, processing and production of leather and allied products using science technology will create significant impact in the nation’s economy.
The new Director General, reaffirmed his commitment towards running an open door policy that every member of the society can contribute and solicit the support of both the staff and the students in discharging his responsibility effectively.
Dr Auwal Mustapha Imam promised to improve staff welfare packages and provide conducive teaching and leaning environment
He said apart from diploma, certificates programmes awarded the institute will commence degree programme through collaborations with relevant, ministries and agencies.
Dr Auwal Imam, appreciated President Bola Tinubu and the speaker National House of representatives Dr Tajuddeen Abbas for the mandate reposed on him and promised to execute his duties effectively.
