By Adamu IMAM Bauchi
Fedpoly Bauchi Signs MoU with JCI Human Duties to Revitalize JCIN with Collegiate Chapter,as Rector Honoured
By Adamu IMAM, Bauchi
In a momentous occasion that marks a new chapter in youth empowerment and institutional collaboration, the Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi, Alhaji Sani Usman, was officially conferred with the prestigious Human Duties Ambassador Award by Junior Chamber International (JCI) Nigeria, through its local chapter, JCI Bauchi City.
The symbolic ceremony, held on Friday, 4th July, 2025, at the Rector’s Office within the Polytechnic, brought together key stakeholders from both JCI and the Polytechnic community.
The award, presented by Akintunde Tajudeen Taiwo, the 2025 President of JCI Bauchi City, recognized the Rector’s unwavering commitment to humanity, education, and transformative leadership. It celebrates individuals who exemplify public service, advocacy, philanthropy, youth development, and community advancement — all values Alhaji Usman has consistently championed throughout his career.
The recognition coincided with the official signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between JCI Bauchi City and Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi for the revitalization of JCIN Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi Collegiate Local Organization (JCIN FPTB) — the student leadership arm of JCI within the institution.
The MoU sets the framework for reactivating the chapter, which had been dormant for several years, and aims to empower students through structured leadership training, entrepreneurship development, community engagement, and global exposure.
Also present at the ceremony was Alhaji Kasimu Salihu, Registrar of the Polytechnic, who also signed the MoU as a witness and reiterated the institution's support toward youth development initiatives.
Speaking at the event, President Junior Chamber Bauchi City Akintunde Tajudeen Taiwo says “this partnership marks a significant milestone in our efforts to build a future where young people are empowered to lead with purpose and make lasting impacts in their communities".
"We are proud to recognize the Rector as a Human Duties Ambassador whose life and leadership have embodied the core principles of service to humanity, dignity, and sustainability.”
Seasoned communication strategist and Patron of JCIN FPTB, Hassan Alhaji Hassan mnipr who also signed the MoU as a witness, commended the Polytechnic’s leadership for their openness to youth engagement and pledged ongoing support from JCI Nigeria.
“On behalf of JCI Nigeria, I want to assure the management of this institution that this revitalization effort is not just a formality, but a strategic step toward nurturing future leaders.
The national body stands firmly behind this partnership and is ready to provide technical, moral, and operational support to ensure JCIN FPTB thrives as a hub for student leadership and innovation.”
The Director of Public Relations Unit Alhaji Mohammed Rabiu Wada, mnipr, on behalf of the management expressed appreciation to JCI for the honour bestowed on the Rector and the collaborative efforts to reawaken students engagement.
“We sincerely thank JCI for this noble recognition and for choosing Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi, as a platform to groom the next generation of leaders. The school management welcomes this MoU as a timely intervention and will continue to support JCIN activities in alignment with our institutional goals.”
The MoU outlines a two-year renewable partnership where JCI Bauchi City will provide mentorship, leadership training, and resources, while Federal Polytechnic Bauchi will create an enabling environment for the collegiate organization to thrive within campus regulations.
This revitalization is part of JCI Bauchi City’s broader vision to foster sustainable leadership within tertiary institutions, ensure continuous talent development, and maintain a steady pipeline of socially responsible leaders.
As the world prepares to mark International Human Duties Day on July 10th, this milestone in Bauchi reinforces the message that leadership, service, and humanity are timeless values worth celebrating and nurturing.
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