University of Africa, Toru-Orua
The University of Africa, Toru-Orua is a public university located in Toru-Orua, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.[1] It was founded in 2016.[2][3]
History
The University of Africa, Toru-Orua was established under the Bayelsa State University Law of 2016.[4][5]
The university admitted its first group of undergraduate students in 2017.[6][7]
Leadership
The University of Africa, Toru-Orua has been led by academics since its establishment. The university's first Vice-Chancellor was Prof. Valentine A. Aletor, a scholar in Agricultural Biochemistry & Nutrition.[8] During Prof. Aletor's tenure from 2016 to 2019, the university's infrastructure was established, academic programs were formulated, and research initiatives were launched.[9]
Following Prof. Aletor's tenure, Prof. Kingston Nyamapfene became Vice-Chancellor.[10] Prof. Nyamapfene, an American citizen born in Zimbabwe, specializes in Soil Science, offering a distinctive perspective to the university's leadership.[11] Under his guidance, the university expanded its academic offerings, fostered research collaborations, and emphasized community engagement.[12]
Campus
The university's campus covers 200 acres in Toru-Orua.[13] The architectural design blends modern aesthetics with eco-friendly principles.[14] The campus features state-of-the-art lecture halls, laboratories, a comprehensive library, student hostels, and recreational facilities.[15][16]
Academics
The University of Africa, Toru-Orua offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in disciplines such as Engineering, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Humanities, and Management.[17][18][19][20]
Research
The university hosts several research centers, including the Center for Renewable Energy Studies, the Institute for Niger Delta Studies, and the Center for Advanced Social Research.[21] These centers conduct research on topics of societal importance, fostering collaboration between faculty, students, and external experts.[22][23]
References
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- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2018-05-12). "'We Will Make UAT A Model Public University Run Like A Private Institution'". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ "Who We Are - University of Africa,Toru-Orua". 2021-05-17. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ Tona, Fidelia (2022-08-23). "University of Africa, Toru-Orua set for 1st Convocation". BayelsaWatch. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ Mbonu-Amadi, Osa (August 28, 2023). "Former NICO CEO appointed UAT DVC". Vanguard Nigeria. Retrieved August 28, 2023.
- ^ "University of Africa Toru-Orua". Times Higher Education (THE). 2022-06-02. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ "University of Africa, Toru-Orua gets new DVC". The Trumpet Nigeria. 2022-04-20. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
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- ^ "University of Africa, Toru-Orua approves promotion of lecturers as Professorial". Radio Bayelsa. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ sunnews (2017-11-30). "University of Africa takes over Bayelsa Tourism Institute". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ "Pomp, as UAT Holds Matriculation Ceremony - University of Africa,Toru-Orua". 2021-08-31. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ "VC Charges Prospective Corps Members To Be Good Ambassadors Of University Of Africa". The Will. 2023-01-25. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2018-04-19). "University of Africa: Return of the Ozidi spirit - Part 1". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2023-08-28). "UAT to expand digitisation for research, academic excellence, says deputy VC". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ "University of Africa Toru Orua Rankings - AD Scientific Index 2023". www.adscientificindex.com. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ Akinyemi, Akintunde; Falola, Toyin (2021-03-05). The Palgrave Handbook of African Oral Traditions and Folklore. Springer Nature. ISBN 978-3-030-55517-7.
- ^ Lawal, Ebiowei (2023-08-28). "Varsity gives parents, guardians online access to students' academic progress". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ Balogun, Joseph A. (2023-09-11). Reimagining Nigeria's Educational System: Improving Academic Performance Through High Stakes Standardized Testing. Taylor & Francis. ISBN 978-1-000-93506-6.
- ^ "University of Africa, Toru-Orua – World Technology Universities Network". www.wtu-n.net. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
- ^ "UAT's BAYELSA SUYA RESEARCH GROUP (BSRG) RECEIVES THE BAYELSA STATE EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND (EDTF) MONITORING TEAM ON THE BAYELSA SUYA DOMESTICATION ENCLOSURE INAUGURATION - University of Africa,Toru-Orua". 2023-08-21. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
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