Bayelsa State Polytechnic Gets First Female Acting Rector as Dr. Yaguo Takes Over from Dr. Soreh By Chris Mark 

Bayelsa State Polytechnic Gets First Female Acting Rector as Dr. Yaguo Takes Over from Dr. Soreh

By Chris Mark 

The Bayelsa State Polytechnic, Aleibiri, has ushered in a new era of leadership following the formal handover of office from the outgoing Rector, Dr. Wisdom Clinton Soreh, to Dr. Mrs. Eremasi Yaguo Ikele, the former Deputy Rector (Administration), who now assumes office as the Acting Rector.

The transition, which took place on Tuesday, June 24, 2026, marks the end of Dr. Soreh’s tenure and the beginning of a new chapter for the institution. Dr. Soreh, who served the Polytechnic for several years, was commended for his “dedicated and impactful service” and for leaving “permanent prints” in the institution’s history.

This was contained in a statement issued by Sarah Alamene, Public Relations Officer, Bayelsa State Polytechnic, Aleibiri, for the Governing Council, Management Staff, and Students.

Dr. Mrs. Yaguo becomes the first female to head the Polytechnic in an acting capacity. Before her elevation, she served as Deputy Rector (Administration), a role that positioned her with extensive experience in the institution’s governance.

The statement expressed confidence in Dr. Yaguo’s capacity, experience, and leadership qualities to steer the school toward greater heights in academic excellence, innovation, and development.

“The institution prays the Almighty God to grant her wisdom, strength, vision, and grace required to advance the ideals of the Polytechnic,” the statement added.

The community also paid tribute to the outgoing Rector, acknowledging his “vision, determination, and hard work” which, it noted, brought “remarkable achievements and growth” to the Polytechnic.