The Federal Polytechnic, Orogun in Delta State has achieved a landmark victory on its journey toward academic excellence as the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) granted full accreditation to three of its pioneer programmes and approved additional streams for nine others. The milestone marks a decisive turning point in the institution’s expansion drive and its ambition to become a hub for technical innovation in Nigeria.
The full accreditation was conveyed through official letters signed by Dr. (Mrs.) Fatima Kabir Umar, Director, Polytechnic and Allied Programmes Department, on behalf of the NBTE Executive Secretary, Idris M. Bugaje. It followed the Board’s Digital Accreditation Verification Visitations conducted from September 16 to 18, 2025.
According to the letter, ND Accountancy, ND Business Administration and Management, and ND Statistics were granted full accreditation status for a period of five years with effect from the 2025/2026 academic session.
In a related development, NBTE approved additional streams for nine out of the twelve National Diploma (ND) programmes, significantly increasing the Polytechnic’s student intake. The affected programmes include Accountancy, Business Administration and Management, Marketing, Mass Communication, Civil Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Science Laboratory Technology. Each now has two streams, effectively doubling their carrying capacity.
Announcing the development at the 17th Management Meeting of the institution held on Thursday, October 16, 2025, the Rector, Duke Okoro, described the accreditation as “a remarkable achievement that signals the dawn of a new era for the institution.”
“We are truly excited by this news,” Prof. Okoro said. “The full accreditation of our pioneer programmes, coupled with the approval of additional streams in the nine programmes, clearly shows that the NBTE has recognized our steady commitment to providing quality technical education. This milestone further strengthens our resolve to position Federal Polytechnic Orogun as one of Nigeria’s foremost institutions of technological innovation and research.”
The Rector stressed that the accreditation underscores the institution’s compliance with national academic standards, reinforcing its mission to produce skilled, employable graduates capable of driving Nigeria’s industrial growth.
“This achievement is not just a victory for the Polytechnic, but for the entire Orogun community and Delta State at large,” he added. “We are building an institution that the nation can be proud of, one that combines sound academic delivery with industry-driven innovation.”
As part of its expansion strategy, Prof. Okoro revealed that preparations are at an advanced stage to present twelve new academic programmes to NBTE for resource verification ahead of the 2025/2026 academic session. These include cutting-edge fields such as mechatronics, renewable energy, computer engineering, film and television, music, multimedia studies, crime management, public administration, procurement, and cooperative economics.
“We are expanding strategically,” the Rector explained. “Our goal is to diversify our academic offerings to meet the emerging manpower needs of the nation. These new programmes, once approved, will further enhance our contribution to national development and innovation.”
The Registrar of the Polytechnic, Mrs. Christine Aluyi, praised the dedication of both academic and non-academic staff for meeting NBTE’s rigorous standards. “This accreditation validates the hard work and resilience of our staff,” Mrs. Aluyi noted. “It is a collective triumph that reflects our institutional culture of excellence, discipline, and teamwork.”
Similarly, the Polytechnic Librarian, Prof. Edwin I. Achugbue, highlighted the pivotal role of learning resources in the accreditation process. “The NBTE team was particularly impressed with the quality of our library resources and digital learning facilities,” he stated. “This confirms that our institution is ready to support advanced teaching, learning, and research activities across all accredited programmes.”
Prof. Okoro reaffirmed management’s commitment to maintaining and surpassing NBTE standards. “We won’t rest on our oars,” he said. “Our vision is to become a model Polytechnic that sets benchmarks for others to follow. With this accreditation and the expanded carrying capacities, Federal Polytechnic Orogun is firmly on the path of progress.”
The NBTE’s approval represents a major leap forward for the young institution, consolidating its reputation as one of Nigeria’s most promising emerging centres of technical education and innovation.
