Stronger country systems: How Nigeria is building a skilled workforce for the future
The economy of Nigeria has grown at an average annual growth rate of 3.7 in 2023-2024 (GDP at $242 billion in 2024) and is among the largest in Sub-Saharan Africa. Yet over 46% of its population lives in poverty. Weak public procurement systems contribute to inflated contract costs and corruption, while inadequate environmental and social (E&S) standards exacerbate climate vulnerabilities, conflict and gender inequalities.
IPESS JOSTUM Graduates 140 Trainees in Minna, Lokoja
The Institute of Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards (IPESS) at Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JOSTUM), held valedictory sessions on Friday, simultaneously in Minna and Lokoja for 140 trainees in the Advanced Certificate Course Track B programme in Minna and Lokoja in Niger and Kogi States, respectively.
Homecoming: Engineering Family In JOSTUM Receive Engr. Prof. Isaac Nathaniel Itodo
“Prof. Itodo’s rise to the exalted office of Vice-Chancellor was a testament to his diligence, hard work, and selflessness in pursuing academic excellence, social productivity, and community service”
SPESSE Project: IPESS – FUAM Breaking New Grounds In Human Capacity Development
Quote: “Let me say that the trainings offered through IPESS-JOSTUM are more than just courses; they are career-shaping experiences. I encourage more professionals to seize the opportunity, invest in themselves, and join this transformative journey.”
IPESS Is Impacting JoSTUM Positively: Says Vice Chancellor
The official commissioning of the IPESS Landscape Project and the IPESS Sick Bay by the Vice Chancellor and Principal Officers of the Institute was held today, 1st August 2025.
Center For Gender Studies Commemorates International Youth Day
In her welcome address, the Organizer and Director, Center for Gender Studies, Prof. Mrs. Orefi Abu said the International Youth Day is a day chosen by the United Nations celebrated globally every year to recognize young people’s vital contributions – and the need to release the potentials that they hold towards development and global economy.
Veterinary Medicine Students Commends VC For Attending To Their Complaints
According to the President of the Association, Abdulmajid Ibrahim Abdullahi, the manner in which the VC swiftly addressed these concerns that have lingered for the past five years, is commendable.
CIPESS Sensitizes Post Graduate Students
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) and Master of Science (M.Sc.) students admitted for the 20203/2024 academic session at the Center for Innovation in Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards (CIPESS), Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JOSTUM) were on Tuesday, 28th May, 2024 hosted to an orientation event at the College of Forestry and Fisheries Auditorium, JOSTUM.
JOSTUM Hosts SSANU 10th ZEC Meeting
This 10th regular edition of the Zonal Executive Meeting (ZEC), pulled delegations from the North-Central Zone to deliberate and address pressing concerns of the Union, with the view to proffering best solutions for the leaders and the led.
College Of Biological Sciences Holds Sensitization Seminar On Examination Conduct
The College of Biological Sciences, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JOSTUM), on Tuesday, May 14, held a one-day Sensitization Seminar on Examination Conduct and Invigilation Best Practice.