Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic Boosted as TETFUND Commissions 244-bed Female Hostel Worth N1.3bn

Kuni Tyessi in Abuja

As part of measures by the federal government to alleviate students’ accommodation challenges in public tertiary institutions in Nigeria, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has commissioned a 244-bed female hostel at Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori, in Rivers State.

The commissioning was performed by the member representing South-south on the TETFund Board of Trustees, Hon. Aboh Uduyok.

Uduyok commended the management of the institution for the timely delivery of the project.

He said it was gratifying to note that the project had been delivered under the present challenging economic conditions and this was a tangible symbol of resilience, integrity, and commitment.

Uduyok stated, “We are assembled here today for the commissioning of a 244 -bed female student hostel project whose total cost is N1,399,965,179.25, sponsored by TETFund.”

In his goodwill message, Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, 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, Rector of the polytechnic, Dr. Ledum Gwarah, expressed appreciation to TETFund for its intervention role in the institution.

Gwarah said, “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.”