The Senate of the Federal University of Technology, Minna has taken a firm position on the ongoing ownership dispute surrounding its Bosso Campus, resolving that the facility remains the exclusive property of the institution. The decision was part of key resolutions reached during the University’s 518th Senate Meeting held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
At the meeting, Senate members deliberated extensively on the claims reportedly advanced by the Niger State Government regarding the ownership and possible control of the Bosso Campus. The issue, which has generated institutional concern, was carefully examined with a view to safeguarding the University’s interests and autonomy.
Following the deliberations, the Senate unequivocally resolved that the Bosso Campus should neither be ceded to the state government nor co-managed under any form of shared arrangement. This position, according to the University, is aimed at preserving its institutional integrity and ensuring continuity in academic and administrative operations.
The Senate also rejected any proposal suggesting a shared usage of the facility with the College of Medical Sciences of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, insisting that such an arrangement would undermine the University’s ownership rights and long-term development plans.
In a significant show of internal alignment, the Senate passed a vote of confidence in the Vice-Chancellor, commending his maturity, leadership, and handling of the sensitive issue. Members noted that his approach has been instrumental in maintaining stability and protecting the University’s position amid the dispute.
Conversely, the Senate expressed dissatisfaction with the conduct of the Pro-Chancellor, passing a vote of no confidence over what it described as a failure to adequately defend the interests of the institution. The resolution reflects growing concerns within the University’s highest academic body regarding governance and representation.
The resolutions were formally documented and signed by the Registrar and Secretary to Senate, Malam Danladi Mallam, who affirmed that the decisions reflect the collective stance of the Senate on matters affecting the University’s ownership and governance.
The development highlights broader tensions that can arise between state authorities and federal institutions over land ownership and administrative control. For FUT Minna, the Senate’s position signals a clear determination to uphold its rights, protect its assets, and maintain operational independence in the face of external pressures.
