The Delta State House of Assembly has set up a seven-member ad-hoc committee to look into the ongoing crisis at Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku. This follows reports of escalating tensions between the institution’s Governing Council and its Management.
Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, made the announcement during Wednesday’s plenary session after the House agreed to a motion of urgent public importance brought forward by Hon. Isaac Anwuzia, who represents the Aniocha South Constituency.
In his motion, Hon. Isaac Anwuzia voiced deep concern about what he called a “strained working relationship” between the polytechnic’s Governing Council and Management. He warned that the ongoing tension is already affecting the institution’s smooth operations and damaging its public reputation.
Anwuzia, who also heads the House Committee on Peace and Security, explained that the conflict stems from unresolved administrative and financial issues. He noted that the situation has now grown into a serious institutional crisis, putting the polytechnic’s growing reputation at risk.
Hon. Anwuzia explained that the purpose of the motion was to help restore peace, ensure accountability, and maintain stability within Delta State’s higher education system. He pointed out that Ogwashi-Uku Polytechnic, once considered a source of pride for the state, could suffer serious reputational damage if swift action isn’t taken to address the ongoing crisis.
While presenting the motion, he said, “Mr. Speaker, I stand before this Honourable House today to highlight the deteriorating relationship between the Governing Council and the Management of Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku. This conflict is already disrupting the effective running of the institution.”
He called on the House to launch an investigation into the affairs of the polytechnic from 2023 to the present, focusing especially on the ongoing conflict between the Rector and the Governing Council, with the aim of finding a lasting solution.
In response, Speaker Guwor quickly announced the formation of a seven-member ad-hoc committee, led by the House Leader, Hon. Emeka Nwaobi. The committee has been tasked with carrying out a thorough investigation into the crisis and is expected to submit its report and recommendations to the House by October 28, 2025.
The Speaker emphasized the Assembly’s commitment to preserving peace and stability in the state’s higher institutions, assuring that the issue would be handled with the urgency and seriousness it requires.
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