Some universities in the Republic of Benin, blacklisted by the Nigerian government, are allegedly partnering with private polytechnics in Nigeria to enable their graduates to participate in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), according to multiple investigative reports. The reports suggest that graduates from these institutions obtain National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND)
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has announced that Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic has regained accreditation for 33 courses, including digital certification, after years of setbacks. Speaking during his monthly media chat on Thursday, Otti praised the Rector, Christopher Kalu Okoro, for leading reforms that restored the institution’s credibility. He said the progress reflected “hard work and
Security tensions escalated at the Federal Polytechnic, Bida, Niger State, on Monday as soldiers were deployed to examination halls following threats of disruption by the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP). Students taking semester examinations were met with uniformed personnel in their halls, a move the management said was necessary to prevent a breakdown of
Two staff members of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) have secured over ₦62.9 million in research grants from the TETFund National Research Fund (NRF). The institution’s Deputy Registrar, Centre for Information, Communication and Public Relations, Mr Adekunle Adams, in a statement, explained that the grants were awarded to Dr Emodi Anthony Izuchukwu of the School
Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua, has announced the departmental screening schedule for Higher National Diploma (HND) and National Diploma (ND) candidates for the 2025/2026 academic session. The exercise will take place from Wednesday, September 17, to Friday, September 19 2025, starting at 9:00 am daily. Eligible candidates are required to report to their respective
The Students’ Affairs Unit of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Abeokuta, has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining peace on campus and prioritising student welfare as the foundation for academic success. Officials of the division said their goal is to create an enabling environment where students can focus on their studies without fear of unrest. “We are
Students of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Abeokuta, have raised concerns over the growing pressures of financial hardship, academic demands, and the emotional toll of survival on campus life. A recent report reveals that several students are lamenting the impact of rising costs of transportation, food, and study materials. They explained that allowances from home are
When 24-year-old Sani Ibrahim graduated from a polytechnic in northern Nigeria, he dreamed of working in a factory or setting up his own welding business. But three years later, Sani now rides a commercial motorcycle- popularly known as okada- to make ends meet. “I was trained to work with machines and fix things, but there
