Fatima Sa'ad | Katsina Times
The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS), Zone A, has inaugurated its new executive council in a colourful ceremony held at the Multipurpose Hall of Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic.
The event drew dignitaries from across the North-West, including traditional rulers, top government functionaries, academic leaders, and security officials. The inauguration marked a fresh chapter for NAPS Zone A as it repositions to champion student interests across the region.
Among the dignitaries present were Justice Sadiq Abdullahi Mahuta (Galadiman Katsina), Dr. Haruna Musa Rigoji, Executive Director of Katsina State Transport Authority (KTSTA), Alhaji Isah Muhammad Musa, Commissioner for Higher Education in Katsina State, and Luqman Lawal from Zamfara State, who served as Chairman of the Convention Planning Committee.
In his keynote address, Luqman Lawal described the ceremony as a testament to the resilience and unity of polytechnic students. He applauded the peaceful transition of leadership and urged the new executives to promote excellence, inclusiveness, and proactive advocacy for student rights.
Zone A of NAPS comprises Katsina, Kano, Kaduna, Jigawa, Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara States. The newly inaugurated executives are expected to focus on strengthening student welfare, enhancing inter-school collaboration, and pushing for educational reforms across the zone.
Speaking on the structure of the association, the newly elected Zonal Coordinator, Abdulhakim Sani Rigoji of Katsina Polytechnic, explained that NAPS operates with three core arms: the Executive Council, the Senate, and the Presidential Office. He noted that these bodies ensure effective coordination and provide a strong national voice for students in Nigeria’s polytechnic system.
Rigoji expressed appreciation to Katsina Polytechnic management, the Galadiman Katsina, security agencies, and all guests for their support and attendance. He charged his fellow executives to uphold integrity, transparency, and commitment to service.
“This leadership transition is not just ceremonial—it is a renewed pledge to defend the rights of polytechnic students and strengthen the future of technical education in Nigeria,” Rigoji said.
The event concluded with a renewed sense of purpose and unity among students and stakeholders, as NAPS Zone A begins a new phase of representation and advocacy.
