NBTE Approves 9 Additional Programmes For Federal Polytechnic Orogun

Federal Polytechnic Orogun in Delta State has secured approval from the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to offer nine additional National Diploma programmes.

BIGPEN NIGERIA (https://bigpenngr.com) reports that the approval brings the total number of programmes offered by the institution to 12.

The new programmes include:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Marketing
• Mass Communication
• Library and Information Science
• Hospitality Management and Tourism
• Computer Science
• Science Laboratory Technology

The approval was conveyed in a letter dated October 4, 2024, and signed by Dr. Fatima Kabir Umar, Director of Polytechnic Programmes, on behalf of NBTE’s Executive Secretary, Prof. Idris Bugaje.

According to Dr. Duke Okoro, Rector of the Polytechnic, this approval aligns with the institution’s mission to provide cutting-edge digital literacy for vocational skills acquisition and character development.

He said that the approval followed a resource re-inspection visit by a team of NBTE inspectors between September 12 and 14, 2024, which assessed the institution’s readiness to offer the additional courses, ensuring the Polytechnic met the required standards.

An elated Dr Okoro, said, “This is a major milestone for us at FEPO. We are driven by a clear vision: to be an institution grounded in cutting-edge digital literacy for vocational skills acquisition and character development.

Continuing, the seasoned educational administrator, who is fondly referred to as the “Digital Rector” by students and staff, said that the goal of the institution is to equip students with the knowledge and hands-on experience they need to thrive in today’s fast-changing world.

With this latest NBTE approval, the institution is set to offer students a broader range of courses designed to meet the demands of Nigeria’s growing industries.

“Our academic programmes are aligned with the needs of the job market, ensuring that our students graduate with the practical skills required to excel in their careers,” Dr. Okoro added.

Dr. Okoro mentioned that the core values guiding the institution to include; academic excellence, creativity, innovation, integrity, discipline, equity, and social justice.

He said that the institution is dedicated to providing quality education that prepares students for successful careers and fulfilling lives, emphasizing that the Polytechnic’s programmes are designed to meet the demands of a rapidly changing job market.

“We are excited to welcome new students and offer them the tools and knowledge to succeed in their chosen fields.

“With the addition of these nine programmes, we continue our mission to develop self-reliant, skilled graduates ready to contribute to societal development,” the rector added.

Registrar of the Polytechnic, Mrs. Christine Aluyi, stated that the expansion of academic programmes is expected to attract a larger student body for the 2024/2025 academic session.

She, therefore announced that admissions for these new courses would begin immediately.

“The newly approved programmes will provide students with practical skills, equipping them for the workforce upon graduation,” she said.

The institution is committed to offering a dynamic and supportive learning environment that fosters passion, hones skills, and empowers students to achieve their goals.

The Polytechnic was established following the relentless efforts of former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege during the tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Established in 2022, Federal Polytechnic Orogun began academic operations in January 2024 with three initial NBTE-approved courses: Statistics, Accounting, and Business Administration and Management. The 138 pioneer students for these courses were matriculated on May 11, 2024.

With this expansion, the institution, dedicated to academic and ethical excellence, preparing its students for success in various industries, is expected to attract a larger student body for the 2024/2025 academic session.