Anambra State Polytechnic in Mgbakwu has launched a new Skill Empowerment and Development Centre (SEDC) to help students acquire practical skills that can be applied to secure employment or start their businesses. The centre, located near Awka, was officially opened by Dr. Ngozi Okelekwe, the Southeast Director of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
In a country where loud tributes often end in silence, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, chose a different route. Rather than just speak glowingly of the late Dr. Victor Omololu Sowemimo Olunloyo, he gave him something more enduring, a name that will be engraved in the future. Last Thursday, during the funeral service for the
Federal Polytechnic Nekede is enhancing its research drive with a special workshop on securing grants. The training, held on June 25, 2025, was organised by the school’s Research, Innovation, and Development (RI&D) unit and approved by the Rector, Dr Basilia Nkemdilim Igbokwe. The event taught lecturers and staff how to apply for the National Research
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has renamed The Polytechnic, Ibadan, in honour of the late former governor, Dr Omololu Olunloyo. The announcement was made during an interdenominational commendation service held at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium in Ibadan on Thursday, as part of the funeral rites for the elder statesman. Makinde declared that the institution
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Abeokuta, came alive as students, parents, and dignitaries gathered for its 15th combined convocation ceremony. The event turned into a celebration of progress as the Ogun State Government announced plans to invest N2 billion in the school. Governor Dapo Abiodun, who spoke at the event held at the Ojere campus, stated
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Abeokuta, came alive as students, parents, and dignitaries gathered for its 15th combined convocation ceremony. The event turned into a celebration of progress as the Ogun State Government announced plans to invest N2 billion in the school. Governor Dapo Abiodun, who spoke at the event held at the Ojere campus, stated
The Academic Board of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has withdrawn 273 students due to poor academic performance across several departments and programmes. This is contained in a statement by the Chairman of the Board, Prof. Salisu Usman, on Monday in Lokoja. Usman, who also serves as Rector, revealed that six students were expelled for offences
Dr Basilia Igbokwe, the Rector of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, is revolutionising the way job recruitment is conducted at the school. She ensures that all hiring is fair, transparent, and merit-based. On June 17, 2025, she surprised interview centres with an unannounced visit to check if the process was being followed properly. Her leadership has reinstated
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic (NUBA), Zaria Chapter, has expressed concern over the low salaries earned by lecturers in the institution, as the union continues its strike. The group alleged that the institution’s educational welfare is at risk as the lecturers are paid way less than the National Youth Service
Three students of the Ogun State Institute of Technology (OGITECH), Igbesa, may face serious disciplinary action after being arrested for allegedly assaulting a young woman over a boyfriend dispute. The incident, which occurred off-campus in the Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area, was captured in a disturbing viral video that showed the victim, who is not a
