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  • NUC approves degree programmes for Fortune varsity

    NUC approves degree programmes for Fortune varsity

    With the approval of the National Universities Commission (NUC), several undergraduate degree programmes are to kick-off at the University of Fortune, Igbotako, Ondo State, beginning from the 2025/2026 academic session.

    The approval was conveyed in a letter dated Monday and signed by the Acting Director of Academic Planning, Abubakar M. Girei, on behalf of the commission’s Executive Secretary, Prof. Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu.

    According to the NUC, the institution met all requirements for the commencement of the programmes, with a total admission quota of 800 students approved.

    The letter reads: “I am directed to convey to the Director-General, the Executive Secretary’s approval for the establishment of the following programmes in University of Fortune, Igbotako, Ondo State, having satisfied the requirements for their establishment with effect from the 2025/2026 academic session, the admission quota is put at 800.”

    The approved programmes cut across four faculties – Science and Computing; Law; Basic Medical/Allied Health Sciences and Social/Management Sciences.

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    Under the Faculty of Science and Computing are B.Sc. Information and Communication Technology, B.Sc. Computer Science, and B.Sc. Cyber Security.

    The Faculty of Law got approval to run the LL.B. Law programme, while the Faculty of Basic Medical and Allied Health Sciences, the approved programmes are B.Sc. Public Health, B.N.Sc Nursing Science, and B.Rad. Radiology.

    In the Faculty of Social and Management Sciences, the approved programmes include B.Sc. Accounting, B.Sc. Finance, B.Sc. Economics, B.Sc. International Relations, B.Sc. Criminology and Security Studies, B.Sc. Hospitality and Tourism Management, B.Sc. Project Management, B.Sc. Procurement Management, and B.Sc. Intelligence and Security Studies.

    The commission also requested the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to take note of the approved programmes for the purpose of students’ mobilisation.

    The NUC assured the varsity of its continued support as it expands its academic offerings in line with national standards.

  • NUC gets €3m to commence ICT projects in 10 varsities

    NUC gets €3m to commence ICT projects in 10 varsities

    • …as board targets reforms, better global rankings

    The National Universities Commission (NUC) said it has received three million euros as the first tranche of the 40 million euros loan secured from the French Development Agency to support Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) projects in 10 selected universities.

    Executive Secretary of the Commission, Prof. Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, announced this during the inaugural meeting of the 13th NUC Board on Wednesday at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.

    The 10 beneficiary universities include the University of Calabar, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, University of Ibadan, Federal University of Technology, Minna, and University of Maiduguri.

    Others are Bayero University Kano, Modibbo Adama University Yola, Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, and the University of Jos.

    Prof. Ribadu noted that since assuming office about a year ago, the Commission has pushed forward several initiatives centred on research, entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and skills development across Nigerian universities.

    He stated, “We have secured a 40 million euro loan from the French Development Agency for the ICT Blueprint Project in 10 selected universities. We have strengthened – only yesterday, the Director confirmed to me that the first tranche of 3 million euros has been deposited in our Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) account to kick-start the process.

    “We have strengthened internal financial management, expanded access to university education through the licensing of new private universities, and approved new programs and units.

    “We have also supported the take-off of publicly funded universities, expanded open and distance learning centers, and continued system-wide quality assurance exercises. Currently, the 2025 Accreditation Exercise is ongoing.

    “These priorities continue to form the foundation of the Commission’s direction, and I am seeking your support in advancing them.”

    Ribadu assured the Board of the Commission’s full cooperation, saying the management stands ready to draw from the members’ expertise.

    “We will rely on your wisdom to guide us as we carry out our duties. I am confident that your collective experience will strengthen the Commission’s capacity to guide the Nigerian university system at a time when higher education continues to evolve.

    “We also look forward to using your networks to help advance projects and partnerships that will benefit the Commission and the entire university system,” he added.

    On his part, Chairman of the 13th NUC Board, Emeritus Professor Oluremi Raphael Aina, expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his sustained support for the university sector.

    He said the Board is assuming its mandate at a time of transition for higher education, with global standards rising and expectations increasing.

    Aina outlined five central pillars that will guide the Board’s work, covering performance evaluation, improved university rankings, digital literacy, research, and institutional reforms.

    He said, “As we settle into this assignment, permit me to present what I call five pillars that I believe will help guide our stewardship.

    “One, evaluation of NUC performance. We must examine in detail the Act that buffered and laid the foundation for the NUC. We also need to be conversant with the various amendments to the act, its vision and mission, guiding principles, and ethics.

    “Then we must study the Commission’s operational challenges and landmark achievements. Going forward, we should compare ourselves against global standards, not sentiments, not history, and where we fall short, how we fall short, and why we must adjust boldly.

    “Two, aligning with the renewed hope agenda of the present administration, the president has made education a pillar of national rebirth with the establishment of the fund and other initiatives.

    “The signal sent to the world is that Nigeria is ready to reset and rebuild. Through our assignment, we must lead other key stakeholders in the higher education sector. In pragmatically resolving the longstanding agitation of the academic staff union and other university unions.

    “Advancements must also be made to enhance digital literacy and especially the use of artificial intelligence, AI, as tools to strategically reposition the universities nationally and internationally. Overall, it will also be a priority for the 13th board to work with the management for radical improvements in both the global and webometric ranking of our universities.

    “Three, identifying and dismantling obstacles to university quality. Governance deficiencies, fund constraints, research stagnation, et cetera, must no longer be accepted as normal. Our duty is to reform and make progress, not to manage decline.

    “Four, reviewing existing funding and exploring new channels for sustainable funding. Nigerian universities cannot thrive on ingenuity alone. The board must intensify the research for alternative funding sources. Strengthen utilization and explore emerging and local opportunities.

    “And five, investing in the welfare and capacity of NUC staff and regulatory infrastructure. The system cannot overperform its operators. Credible accreditation and monitoring require strengthened conditions of service and protected regulatory independence.”

    Aina added that the Board would fully leverage technology in its operations.

    “We will seek to leverage technology to ease our burden through the adoption of digital platforms for the advancement of our collective objectives. And I have a charge for the board. This board, in whom I am well-pleased, carries with it the weight of expectations and aspirations of the Nigerian people,” he said.

  • Ex-NUC boss Okebukola to unveil first African scholarly referencing style

    Ex-NUC boss Okebukola to unveil first African scholarly referencing style

    A former Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Professor Emeritus Peter Okebukola, is to formally launch the African Scholarly Referencing Style (ASRS), the first referencing style conceived, developed, and owned by Africa.

    The official unveiling of ASRS will put Africa on the brink of a ground-breaking intellectual milestone with Okebukola as one of the continent’s most decorated higher education reformers.

    ASRS is designed to fill a major gap in global scholarship. Despite Africa’s deep intellectual heritage and thousands of universities, none of the world’s 29 major referencing styles originates from Africa.

    The existing systems, such as APA, MLA, Chicago, Vancouver, Harvard, and IEEE, are entirely Western in origin and structure.

    The Secretary-General, Association of African Universities (AAU), Professor Olusola Oyewole, said: “The proposal by Professor Peter Okebukola, who is AAU’s Ambassador for West Africa, is for the development of an African-origin referencing system.”

    According to him, this represents a ground-breaking and highly visionary contribution to Africa’s intellectual sovereignty.

    “Professor Okebukola’s initiative rightly responds to long standing concerns around epistemic colonialism, the marginalisation of African epistemologies, and the under-recognition of African scholarly traditions in global citation frameworks.”

    Speaking to newsmen in Abuja, Okebukola said, “ASRS responds to a longstanding gap in global academic practice. Although Africa has produced centuries of scholarship and hosts thousands of universities, none of the twenty-nine internationally recognised referencing styles currently in use originates from the continent.

    “Systems such as APA, MLA, Chicago, Vancouver, Harvard, and IEEE were all created outside Africa and reflect Western epistemological traditions. ASRS offers Africa an unprecedented opportunity to assert its scholarly identity and intellectual sovereignty.”

    Okebukola confirmed that the initiative has already secured strong continental and international endorsement.

    “The Association of African Universities has formally expressed its support and willingness to host its development and deployment, while Senior UNESCO officials and leaders of Academies in Africa have commended the initiative as timely, transformative, and aligned with global efforts to diversify knowledge systems.

    “In addition, more than 500 leading scholars from universities and research institutions both within and outside Africa have endorsed ASRS, underscoring its relevance and global credibility,” he added.

    Among the over 500 scholars who expressed delight at the emergence of ASRS as proposed by Okebukola are Professor Jibrila D. Amin, former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Maiduguri; Professor Eyitope Ogunbodede, former Vice-Chancellor of the Obafemi Awolowo University; Professor Sola Akinrinade, former Vice-Chancellor of Osun State University and past President of the Nigerian Academy of Letters, among others.  

  • NUC grants operational license to Unique Open University

    NUC grants operational license to Unique Open University

    It was a moment of joy in Nigeria’s education sector as the Unique Open University in Lagos, one of the recently approved institutions by the National Universities Commission (NUC), received its operational license, clearing the way for the commencement of academic activities.

    The license was officially presented to the university’s founder and chancellor, Prof. Chris Imumolen, a renowned philanthropist and youth advocate by the NUC Executive Secretary, Prof. Yusufu Abdullahi Ribadu, at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.

    Prof. Ribadu commended the university for its impressive infrastructure and readiness to begin operations, noting that its facilities reflect a strong commitment to quality education.

    In attendance with Prof. Imumolen were members of his team and the university’s Governing Council.

    Expressing appreciation to the NUC, Prof. Imumolen lauded the Commission’s prompt inspection and due diligence process that culminated in the granting of the provisional license.

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    He assured that Unique Open University will redefine higher education in Nigeria and across the West African sub-region by equipping students with practical skills to become both employable and job creators.

    The official inauguration, dedication, and opening ceremony of the university is scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at its campus located at Iyana Isashi Bus Stop, along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway, Ojo, Lagos.

    Themed “Empowering Generations through Knowledge, Innovation, and Opportunity,” the event will also feature the unveiling of Prof. Imumolen’s management team and the presentation of the university’s vision to the public.

  • NUC approves Imo’s varsity of innovation, science & technology

    NUC approves Imo’s varsity of innovation, science & technology

    The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted approval to the Imo State Government to establish the University of Innovation, Science and Technology.

    With the approval, the State now boasts eight Federal and State-owned universities, bringing the total number of state universities across the country to 70.

    Governor Hope Uzodimma received the letter of approval from the NUC Executive Secretary, Abdullahi Ribadu at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja.

    Ribadu commended the State Government for its vision and urged the university to uphold high academic standards and a vibrant research culture.

    The Executive Secretary said: “The university should be built on standards — with quality research, the expansion of knowledge, and active engagement with industry and society.”

    He stressed the new institution must remain student-focused and offer innovative programmes designed to produce graduates capable of making meaningful contributions to their communities and workplaces.

    According to the NUC, the recognition takes effect immediately, enabling the university to begin full academic activities once its administrative and academic systems are in place.

    Uzodimma described the recognition as a significant stride in his administration’s efforts to widen access to quality education and empower young Nigerians with digital, innovative, and entrepreneurial skills.

    He explained that the university was conceived to serve as a centre for innovation and job creation, with plans for collaboration and mentorship involving the University of California, Berkeley.

  • NUC approves 26 new academic programmes for Federal University Dutse

    NUC approves 26 new academic programmes for Federal University Dutse

    The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved 26 new academic programmes for the Federal University Dutse (FUD), effective from the 2025/2026 academic session.

    This was disclosed in a press statement signed by the university’s Director of Public Affairs, Mr. Abdullahi Yahaya Bello, and made available to journalists in Dutse.

    According to the statement, the approval followed a successful resource verification visit by NUC teams to assess the university’s human and material capacity to mount the programmes.

    The approval was conveyed in a letter signed by the Acting Director of Academic Planning at the NUC, Abubakar Girei, and addressed to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abdulkarim Sabo Muhammed.

    The newly approved programmes include:

    Undergraduate programmes: B.Sc. Food Science and Technology, B.A. Arabic, B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry, and B.Sc. Industrial Mathematics.

    Postgraduate programmes: Ph.D. Chemistry, Ph.D. Mathematics, PGD, M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Fisheries and Aquaculture; Environmental Management and Toxicology; Human Anatomy; Human Physiology; and Soil Science.

    Doctoral programmes: Ph.D. Crop Science, Ph.D. Animal Science, and Ph.D. Animal Production.

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    Management and business programmes: PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. in Management and Taxation; MBA, Master’s in Business Administration; and Master’s in Taxation and Fiscal Policy.

    Other approvals include: Ph.D. English, PGD and Master’s in Civil Society in Development, Ph.D. Political Science, Ph.D. Criminology and Security Studies, Master’s in Criminal Justice and Security Administration, PGD, M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Biochemistry.

    Professor Muhammed expressed gratitude to the NUC for the approvals and commended the Directorate of Academic Planning and Quality Assurance and the various departments for their dedication.

    He urged them to uphold the university’s high standards in implementing the new programmes.

  • From France with love

    From France with love

    The National Universities Commission (NUC) just got a US$ 40 million facility to upscale the digital backbone of 10 Nigerian universities, spread across the six geo-political zones, under the Blueprint-ICT-Dev Project.

    The loan came from the Agence Francaise de Development (AFD). Its aim: to upgrade digital infrastructure in 10 Nigerian universities.

    The beneficiary universities: University of Calabar (South-South), University of Nigeria, Nsukka and Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (South East), University of Ibadan, Ibadan, and Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (South West), University of Jos, Jos, and Federal University of Technology, Minna (North Central), Muhammadu Buhari University, Maiduguri and Modibbo Adama University, Yola (North East) and Bayero University, Kano (North West).

    A further breakdown shows every geo-political zone has two universities, except two: North West and South-South that have one each: BUK (North West) and UNICAL (South-South). It would have been better if every zone had had the same number. Still, it might just be the start of a continual process. So, the imbalance should be corrected in the next phase.

    Despite this reservation, however, this policy direction, on human capital — a core, indeed prime, social infrastructure — is the path to tread. Even if a state must go to the debt market, accessing facilities like this one can’t go wrong, so long as the project is faithfully implemented.

    Indeed, Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, at the formal announcement of the facility in Abuja, said it all: “With the Blueprint-ICT-Dev Project,” he quipped, “we have a golden opportunity to enhance teacher training, improve content delivery through digital platforms, and enable continuous professional development.” Well said. Little, if any, to add.

    But there’s also a bonus. The minister said the Blueprint-ICT-Dev Project would integrate Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and entrepreneurial studies into the basic university curricula. That should, other things being equal, enhance research and drive Nigerian universities to better compete with their global peers. That’s praise-worthy.

    Besides, with the extant policy of free basic TVET (with free tuition and teen student stipends to boot), integrating TVET at a much higher level shows a laudable convergence of policy, at different levels, all driven by a doughtier though nimble digital infrastructure spine. That’s the way to modernise education.

    It shows a clear and deliberate vision to drive graduate jobs, in the immediate; but also a far better digital, technical and technological milieu, in the medium and long run. A boon to skilled human capital, powered by ICT, can only spur development, the surest harbinger of prosperity.

    Still, a few red flags — and these are not just red herring. It’s rather looking back into the past to ensure a better future.

    Major interventions as this one — across all sectors — are hardly novel. What’s commonplace is treading that path years later, and wondering if any investment ever took place. 

    That deep-seated corruption has birthed a lot of government distrust and handed the nay orchestra the oomph to proclaiming self-loathing as the most rational national philosophy, with glee shoot down near-every government project, and brag, even with some evidence to the contrary, that “nothing is happening”.

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    It’s about the big record of sleaze in the public space, more shockingly so in the academy and their once-upon-a-time revered administrators. This project, therefore, is a God-given opportunity to make a clean break from the seedy past. The NUC must ensure that, by paying to it the closest attention.

    Imagine a radical digital bounce from these 10 universities — and next phase picking another 10, until continual building, on and on, on that expanded platform, creates a techie hub Nigeria can leverage for food security, re-industrialisation and sundry economic boom?

    That’s certainly no magic. It’s rather a logical follow-up to good ethical investments, in every sector, with near-zero graft. That’s the way to go. This project is as good a re-start as any other.

  • NUC grants provisional license to Ebonyi govt to run aeronautics varsity

    NUC grants provisional license to Ebonyi govt to run aeronautics varsity

    The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted recognition to the new Ebonyi State University of Aeronautics and Aerospace Engineering located in Ezza.

    The provisional license brings the total number of state universities in Ebonyi to three.

    The Executive Secretary of NUC, Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu, presented the provisional license to a state delegation led by Deputy Governor Patricia Obila in Abuja on Friday.

    Speaking during the presentation, Ribadu stated that the new university was the 69th state university and 300th university in Nigeria.

    He emphasised adherence to NUC guidelines to avoid sanctions.

    The executive secretary said that a copy of the license will be sent to relevant bodies like the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), National Youth Service Corps and Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) for recognition.

    He further emphasised the importance of adhering to established guidelines as regards university operations in Nigeria, suggesting that the Commission be contacted for proper guidance to avoid sanctions.

    “This is not just about adding to the number of universities, but about creating a world-class institution that will drive research, innovation, and industry collaboration in the aerospace sector,” Ribadu said.

    He said that the newly licensed university would focus on aeronautics and aerospace engineering, addressing Nigeria’s growing need for homegrown expertise in aviation and related technologies.

    He urged the new university to align with the NUC Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS), covering aerospace, automotive, mechatronics, and 26 related fields.

    “We expect that it (the university) will adhere strictly to the guidelines set forth for country assurance, curriculum development, and the overall management of academic programmes.

    “As we celebrate this achievement, I urge all stakeholders, government officials, university administrators, faculty members, and students to work collaboratively to ensure that the institution thrives and upholds the highest standards of academic integrity.

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    “It is our collective responsibility to ensure that this university does not only add to the number of institutions in the country, but stands out as a beacon of learning, character development, and societal transformations,” Ribadu said.

    Responding, the Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, said the new university will drive job creation, skill development, and national competitiveness in engineering and aviation.

    Represented by Patricia Obila, the Deputy Governor, Nwifuru, said the university seeks to diversify its economy and build capacity in emerging technologies, setting the stage for innovation, inclusion, and international relevance.

    “The certificate is given to us because we have been tested, we have gone through all the hurdles, and at the end of the day, we passed everything.

    “And that is why this certificate is given to us to move forward through the university and make sure that we contribute our own quota in education,” he said.

    The governor noted that education is a core priority of his administration and he is ready to give the best education the indigenous require for uplift.

    “As we all know, our government is a friendly government, when it comes to education, it doesn’t play with it.

    “Through our People’s Charter of Needs, we have sent a lot of people abroad to learn one trade or the other. Not just abroad, within the federation.

    “We are doing this to make sure that we ameliorate the suffering of our people through education.

    “We are ready, we will not only sustain this legacy, we will lead with it,” he said.

  • NUC lists conditions for full programme accreditation

    NUC lists conditions for full programme accreditation

    …commission says accreditation requires 70% in four core areas

    The National Universities Commission (NUC) has stated that universities in Nigeria must attain a minimum score of 70 per cent in four core areas before securing accreditation.

    The commission listed the areas to include: Academic Matters, Staffing, Physical Facilities, and Library.

    Executive Secretary of NUC, Prof. Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu made the clarification in a statement on Thursday in Abuja.

    Ribadu stated that the accreditation process was rigorous and designed to ensure universities upheld high academic standards.

    He stated, “The programme accreditation instrument used for the exercise has seven sections, four of which are considered core areas, which include Academic Matters, Staffing, Physical Facilities, and Library.

    “To attain Full Accreditation Status, a programme must score a minimum of 70% in each of the four core areas and an overall score of 70% or above in its entirety. It is important to note that earning Full Accreditation Status does not imply that a programme has all the necessary resources in perfect measure.

    “However, this is deemed to be an acceptable standard of performance, with adequate room for further improvements.”

    He stated that the NUC’s regulatory regime was one of the most robust quality assurance ecosystems in Africa.

    He added, “The Commission’s regulatory regime has been adjudged to be one of the most robust quality assurance ecosystems in Africa and countries like Namibia, Gambia and recently Niger Republic etc have come to understudy its best practices.

    “Additionally, foreign universities regularly utilise NUC’s accreditation results for the screening of applications for admission purposes in their institutions.

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    “We reckon that there is no such perfect Accreditation system anywhere in the world, but we are poised as a University System to continually work on deepening our culture of quality assurance.”

    The NUC chief also drew attention to a social media publication attributed to one Taofik Olatubonsun, which made unsubstantiated assertions about the Commission’s accreditation tradition.

    Ribadu described the claim that NUC’s accreditation was a mere formality as false, baseless, and disseminated from an uninformed position.

    He added, “The Commission adopts a peer review approach, where it engages independent panels of Professors who are subject experts to serve as evaluators in the accreditation of academic programmes.

    “…Once accreditation results are submitted to the NUC, the Commission undertakes a vigorous internal review of the reports to ensure that evaluators adhere to NUC’s accreditation guidelines.

    “This is followed by a ratification session where NUC representatives defend the findings of the accreditation reports before the NUC Management Commission.

    “This process, which is typically thorough and painstaking, is tailored towards ensuring the credibility of the results.”

    The NUC Boss added that the commission is committed to ensuring that Nigerian universities produce competent graduates who can compete globally.

    He urged stakeholders and the general public to rely on verified information rather than baseless accusations that undermine the credibility of the higher education system.

  • Relief for ABSU students as NUC grants full accreditation to five key programmes

    Relief for ABSU students as NUC grants full accreditation to five key programmes

    Students of Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU), can now breathe a sigh of relief following the full accreditation of five major academic programmes by the National Universities Commission (NUC).

    The accreditation comes after the NUC’s October–November 2024 assessment exercise.

    Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, announced the development while briefing journalists on the outcome of this week’s Executive Council meeting, presided over by Governor Alex Otti.

    Prince Kanu revealed that the accredited programmes include law, agriculture, mass communication, educational management, and planning.

    He noted that the accreditation is valid for five years.

    In a further boost to the institution, the state government has approved ₦800 million for the procurement of engineering equipment to strengthen the university’s engineering department.

    The commissioner described the progress as a key achievement of the Ministry of Tertiary Education, aligning with Governor Otti’s ongoing educational reforms and declared state of emergency in the sector.

    “The State Ministry of Tertiary Education has continued to record giant strides in service delivery in line with the vision and agenda of His Excellency Dr Alex Otti in the field of Education.

    “If you recall, at the outset of this administration, His Excellency declared a state of emergency in the field of Education, and ever since, the State Government has not looked back in that direction.

    “So through the Ministry of Tertiary Education, quite a lot is happening in that space”, Prince Kanu stated.

    He announced that the Governor, in conjunction with the University‘s Council, has approved the recruitment of new academic staff to fill vacant positions in the institution.

    Prince Kanu also confirmed that the renovation of the Male Hostel at the University is ongoing following Governor Otti’s unscheduled visit and is expected to be completed by the end of May.

    The Commissioner noted that the ongoing reforms in the Education sector by the governor are reflected with impressive strides recorded both academically and technologically at the Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic, Aba.

    According to the Commissioner, students of the institution recorded a 100% success rate in the National Institute of Science Laboratory Technology Modular Practical Exams Phase 1.

    “All the 164 students fielded by the school for the exam passed with a success rate of 100%. For Modular 2, 157 out of 158 students passed, representing a 99% success rate”, Prince Kanu revealed.

    He said that the Polytechnic has launched an online clearance platform to ease students’ administrative burdens, adding that the Institution is undergoing a comprehensive curriculum review, with the introduction of emerging courses, including Artificial Intelligence, to align with global trends.

    He also announced that the staff of the institution have received promotions with full financial benefits as well as payment of salary arrears to sacked and resigned staff following approval by the State Executive Council.

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    “In terms of administration and welfare of the Staff of the University, all the Staff of Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic have been promoted with full financial benefits. The council has approved in that regard.

    “It is instructive to note that this is the first promotion exercise in the Institution since 2008, making it a major morale booster for the personnel.

    “Also, the payments of arrears of salaries of sacked and resigned staff of the institution have commenced, as approved by the State Executive Council”, Prince Kanu stated.

    The Commissioner also revealed that the Executive Council has approved the recruitment of 5,300 teachers under the first phase of the Teacher Recruitment Exercise.

    “This represents the number of people who were successful through the process. Another round of the teacher recruitment exercise will soon be announced. A portal in that regard will be opened in the next couple of days”, he said.