The Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic, Aba, in Abia State, has actually concluded arrangements to present Educational Technology (EdTech) programmes in compliance with an instruction from the state Ministry of Education.
The proposed courses are developed to equip students with skills in digital knowing tools, educational planning, and contemporary teaching approaches, with the objective of boosting academic delivery throughout the organization.
Rector of the polytechnic, Dr Christopher Okoro Kalu, made this understood while speaking at a meeting of the Academic Board held at the institution’s auditorium.
He mentioned that preparations were underway to guarantee full compliance with the ministry’s instruction, noting that all new programs would either protect accreditation or complete required confirmation processes ahead of the prepared moving to the Osisioma school.
According to him, ongoing infrastructure tasks at the brand-new website are progressing gradually. He revealed that the Ministry of Public Utilities has commenced water reticulation works anticipated to be finished within one month, with an approximated lifespan of as much as 50 years.
Kalu included that the Ministry of Functions is supervising the building of internal roadway networks throughout Phases One and Two of the campus, while work has likewise begun on an administrative complex slated for conclusion by September.
He further valued the Abia State Government for transferring facilities previously established by Abia State University, Uturu, to the polytechnic.
Attending to concerns surrounding the relocation, the rector assured both personnel and trainees that their welfare would not be compromised.
He also revealed that the institution has actually obtained modern devices for the facility of an EYE Material Center focused on supporting trainees in Movie and Multimedia Production. The center, to be housed within the ICT structure, is anticipated to supply hands-on training aligned with industry standards.
Meanwhile, the polytechnic has deepened partnership with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Abia State Command, to attend to the growing obstacle of substance abuse among trainees.
Kalu provided approval for the collaboration while getting the NDLEA State Coordinator, CN Chigbu Odomelam Chilee, and his team at the Council Chamber.
The NDLEA authorities revealed concern over increasing drug use in the state, especially among young people, and promoted for the introduction of drug awareness programs, peer education initiatives, and projects promoting healthy living.
In his remarks, the rector explained substance abuse as a serious risk to national development, linking it to mental health concerns and rising poverty line.
He approved structured training sessions for students on the risks of substance abuse, arranged to happen in between May and June, with a follow-up round prepared for November, stressing the need for continual awareness efforts.