The Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic, Aba, in Abia State, has concluded arrangements to introduce Educational Technology (EdTech) programs in compliance with a directive from the state Ministry of Education.
The proposed courses are developed to equip students with abilities in digital learning tools, training planning, and modern teaching methods, with the objective of enhancing academic shipment across 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 ensure complete compliance with the ministry’s regulation, noting that all brand-new programs would either protect accreditation or complete required confirmation procedures ahead of the planned moving to the Osisioma school.
According to him, ongoing facilities projects at the new site are progressing progressively. He disclosed that the Ministry of Public Utilities has started water reticulation works anticipated to be finished within one month, with an estimated life expectancy of as much as 50 years.
Kalu added that the Ministry of Functions is monitoring the construction of internal road networks across Phases One and 2 of the campus, while work has actually likewise started on an administrative complex slated for completion by September.
He even more valued the Abia State Federal government for moving centers previously developed by Abia State University, Uturu, to the polytechnic.
Attending to issues surrounding the moving, the rector assured both personnel and trainees that their welfare would not be compromised.
He likewise exposed that the institution has obtained modern-day equipment for the establishment of an EYE Material Hub targeted at supporting trainees in Movie and Multimedia Production. The center, to be housed within the ICT structure, is expected to provide hands-on training lined up with industry requirements.
Meanwhile, the polytechnic has actually deepened partnership with the National Drug Police (NDLEA), Abia State Command, to attend to the growing obstacle of compound abuse amongst students.
Kalu gave approval for the partnership while receiving the NDLEA State Coordinator, CN Chigbu Odomelam Chilee, and his team at the Council Chamber.
The NDLEA authorities expressed issue over increasing drug use in the state, particularly amongst youths, and advocated for the introduction of drug awareness programmes, peer education efforts, and projects promoting healthy living.
In his remarks, the rector described drug abuse as a severe risk to national development, linking it to psychological health problems and increasing poverty levels.
He approved structured training sessions for students on the threats of substance abuse, set up to take place in between Might and June, with a follow-up round prepared for November, worrying the requirement for continual awareness efforts.