The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has commenced the installation of 200 solar-powered street lights at Auchi Polytechnic as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen security and improve the learning environment within the institution. Mr. Mathias Ikpefua, Director of Community and Rural Development at the NDDC, made the disclosure […]
Education
The Rector of Auchi Polytechnic, Dr. Shehu S. Umar, has announced remarkable strides in academic excellence and institutional development, revealing that over 230 teaching staff now possess Masters and PhD degrees, with nearly half of them sponsored by the institution during his tenure. Dr. Umar made the disclosure while speaking […]
The Edo State Government has formally queried the Vice Chancellor of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, Professor Eunice Omonzejie, over the reported failure of the institution’s students to benefit from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). A copy of the query letter, dated June 24, 2026, and signed by Omionawele […]
The Edo State Government has officially announced the resumption of academic activities for all schools previously closed due to security concerns. This decision follows a thorough evaluation of the security landscape across affected communities and the successful implementation of reinforced safety protocols. According to a circular released by the Ministry […]
No fewer than 72 students of Edo State University Iyamho graduated with first class honours as the institution prepares to confer degrees on a total of 850 graduands at its forthcoming convocation ceremony. The Vice-Chancellor, Victor Adetimirin , disclosed this on Tuesday during a press briefing held to mark the […]
The Edo State Government has taken decisive action following a shocking incident of bullying at Igbinedion Secondary School. In response to a viral video depicting a brutal assault on a student, the government has ordered the immediate arrest and prosecution of all students involved, sending a clear message that such […]
Edo State University, Iyamoh, welcomed 1,152 new students into its academic community during its 11th matriculation ceremony held on Thursday. The event marked a significant milestone for both the incoming students and the rapidly growing institution. Vice-Chancellor Professor Victor Adetimirin congratulated the matriculating students, urging them to dedicate themselves to […]
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has pledged enhanced welfare and a supportive service year for corps members deployed to the state. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream I corps members at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Okada, Governor Okpebholo, represented by the Commissioner for […]
Monica Nku, a serving member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Edo State, has donated 1,000 doses of Tanzol deworming tablets to the state’s Ministry of Health. The donation, a component of her Community Development Service (CDS) project, aims to reduce the prevalence of worm infections among school […]
The 22nd edition of the Nigerian Polytechnics Senior Staff Games Association (NIPOSSGA) officially kicked off in Auchi, Edo State, with 59 polytechnics from across the country participating in the week-long sporting event. The games, hosted by Auchi Polytechnic in Etsako West Local Government Area, began on Sunday, December 6, and […]