The Federal Polytechnic Oko has submitted nine academic programmes for accreditation to the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), aiming to expand its certified offerings.
The programmes presented for resource inspection and verification include National Diploma (ND) in Marketing and Higher National Diploma (HND) in Hospitality Management and Technology, Science Laboratory Technology (SLT) with Biochemistry and Biochemistry/Microbiology options, HND Surveying & Geo-Informatics Technology, HND Mechanical Engineering Technology, HND Horticultural Technology, Geological Technology, and HND Agricultural Technology.
During the accreditation exercise, Rector Dr. Chioma Awuzie welcomed 38 NBTE officials and resource persons, expressing optimism that the polytechnic would successfully meet accreditation requirements.
Represented by Deputy Rector Academic, Dr. Uche Onyegbu, Awuzie acknowledged the institution’s longstanding partnership with NBTE and revealed plans to submit additional programmes for accreditation in the next quarter.
NBTE officials commended the institution’s progress, highlighting its outstanding Hospitality Management facilities and efforts in entrepreneurship. While noting some areas for improvement, they encouraged openness and collaboration from department heads.
The accreditation exercise saw the presence of key academic leaders, including principal officers, deans, directors, and department heads.
