The Vice Chancellor, Plateau State University (PLASU), Bokkos, Prof. Shedrack Best has formally handed over sites for three major infrastructural developments to contractors, setting a significant pace to enhancing the institution’s facilities and security.
The projects, funded by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), includes, the Extension of the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences Building under the Year 2025 TETFund Annual Intervention, Comprehensive Renovation of the Senate building also under the Year 2025 TETFund Annual Intervention and the construction and renovation of Perimeter Fence under the year 2025 TETFund Special Allocation for Disaster Recovery Interventions.
Represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic, Prof. Moses Galadima, Prof. Shadrack Best reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to elevating both infrastructural and academic standards.
The Vice Chancellor reminded the contractors on the bid to be guided by standard and quality as specified in the terms of the contract, “We will provide you with all necessary support, however, you must ensure timely delivery and strict adherence to technical specifications. These projects are central to our administration’s goals, and we expect nothing less than excellence.”
Speaking on behalf of their respective firms, Greg Lawani of Harriman Engineering Ltd handling the extension of the Medical Science building and that of the building and renovation of the perimeter Fence and Everest Miri of Blossom Innovators Ltd pledged their commitment to delivering high-quality work, aiming to complete the projects within schedule,while soliciting for continued cooperation of the university management to ensure a seamless construction process.
In their separate remarks, Director physical facility Builder Sarah Tsemwan Wayo and Provost of the Medical College represented by Dean Health and allied Science Dr Sarah all expressed readiness to ensure successful execution of the projects.
The projects duration which ranges from thirteen to fifty two weeks is a clear determination of the university’s administration in transforming PLASU to a global citadel of learning.