28 July 2026
Polytechnics

Rector Revives Student Politics at FedPolyNek

Student politics at Federal Polytechnic Nekede (FedPolyNek) are making a comeback, thanks to the leadership of Dr (Mrs.) Basilia Igbokwe. In the past, student elections were poorly attended and sometimes held during holidays, making it hard for many students to participate. Now, things are changing. The Rector’s Media Crew reports that the school’s Directorate of

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Polytechnic Students Must Now Get an IT Certificate

The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has announced that all polytechnic graduates must now obtain an Industrial Training (IT) Certificate before they can go for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). This was made known by the NBTE Director of SIWES/NYSC Liaison, Mallam Dauda Baba Halah, during an accreditation exercise. He said the aim

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Polytechnic Registrar Urges Staff to Do Better

The Registrar of the Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti, Mrs. Folashade Akintola, has advised Registry staff to be more committed and work together as a team. She gave this advice during a meeting with heads of directorates and other Registry members. Mrs. Akintola stated that regular meetings will now be held to address problems in various units.

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Federal Polytechnic, Ado Ekiti Applauds Staff  for Peaceful Atmosphere

Members of staff at the Federal Polytechnic, Ado Ekiti, have been commended for their commitment to duty and the pleasant atmosphere prevailing in the Institution. The Rector, Engr, gave this commendation. Dr. Temitope John Alake at the Congregation meeting of the Institution held on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Dr. Alake noted that the serene atmosphere

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NAPS Backs YABATECH Transformation to TVET University

The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) has endorsed the Federal Government’s plan to transform Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) into a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution, contrary to its initial intention of establishing a conventional university. The National President of NAPS, Comrade Eshofune Oghayon, and the executives unanimously lent their voice

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Rector Celebrates Son Becoming a Medical Doctor

It was a moment of great joy on Thursday, July 3, 2025, as Dr Mrs. Basilia Igbokwe, Rector of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, celebrated the official induction of her second son, Dr Cyprian Uchechukwu Igbokwe, as a medical doctor at Abia State University Teaching Hospital. The event marked a proud moment for the Igbokwe family, with

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Oko Polytechnic Adopts Digital Learning with Blackboard

The Federal Polytechnic Oko has commenced comprehensive training for over 200 academic staff on the use of the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS), marking a significant step toward transitioning to a fully digital learning environment from the next academic session. The initiative is part of the institution’s broader education reform agenda, under the leadership of

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Rector Prioritises Transparency, Staff Welfare at Ado Poly

The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti, Engr. Dr Temitope John Alake has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to staff welfare, institutional transparency, and performance-based recognition during a recent Congregation meeting held on campus. Addressing members of the academic and non-teaching graduate staff at the meeting, Dr Alake commended employees for their dedication to duty and

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Federal Polytechnic Ado Deepens Town-Gown with Borehole

In a move that underscores its commitment to community development and inclusive leadership, the Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti has commissioned a new borehole to serve the residents of the institution’s host community, widely referred to as the Rector’s Village. The water project, facilitated by the Rector, Engr. Dr Temitope John Alake, reflects the institution’s broader efforts

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Nekede Rector Leads Special Prayer Meeting

On Friday, June 27, 2025, the Rector of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Dr Basilia Nkemdilim Igbokwe, led staff and students in a powerful prayer meeting, known as the June Solemn Assembly. The event took place in the school auditorium and was attended by top school leaders, lecturers, other staff members, and numerous students. The theme of

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