In a recent development, the Rector, Engr. Dr. Kadiri Kamoru Oluwatoyin FNSE, of Federal Polytechnic Offa, has officially announced the appointment of Mr. Zakariyau Imran Toyin as the Acting Head of the Department of Journalism and Media Studies.

Effective from Monday, January 29, 2024, Mr. Imran will assume the role for a duration of one year, according to the appointment letter signed by the Registrar, Mr. G.O Soko.

In his new position, Mr. Imran will report directly to the Rector through the Dean of the School. His responsibilities include fostering, developing, and assessing academic standards for all courses within the department. Furthermore, he is tasked with ensuring the commitment of staff to the primary roles of teaching and research.

Born on February 25, 1983, in Ipee, Oyun Local Government, Kwara State, Mr. Zakariyau Imran Toyin has an impressive educational background. He obtained National Diploma and Higher National Diploma in Mass Communication from the Federal Polytechnic Offa in 2005 and 2008, respectively. His academic pursuits continued at Joseph Ayo Babalola University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication in 2016. He furthered his studies at the University of Ilorin, obtaining a Master of Science in Mass Communication in 2021, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Mass Communication at Redeemer's University Ede.

Mr. Imran joined the Federal Polytechnic Offa in 2013 as a Technologist II and steadily progressed to become a Lecturer II in 2021. Over the years, he has served in various capacities, contributing significantly to the Polytechnic and the School of Communication and Information Technology.

A member of professional bodies such as the Nigeria Institute of Management (NIM) and the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN), Mr. Imran is recognized as a thoroughbred communication scholar, cinematographer, director, and researcher. His contributions extend beyond the institution, with attendance at national and international conferences, numerous publications, seminar papers, textbooks, and media productions to his credit.

The entire Management, Staff, and Student body extend their congratulations to Mr. Zakariyau Imran Toyin and express their best wishes for a successful tenure.

Congratulations to him 👏🎉