Federal Polytechnic Oko has achieved a major milestone as Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, officially approved her affiliation request and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the institution today.
The affiliation proposal was initially submitted in February 2026 by the Rector, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie , and her management team.
Following a rigorous review and due process by Nnamdi Azikiwe University, approval was granted by the University’s Senate, leading to the formal signing of the MoU between the two institutions.
This is in line with the Rector’s 12 Point Agenda on ACADEMIC RE-INVENTION AND PROGRAMME DEVELOPMENT
The approval authorizes Federal Polytechnic Oko to run Bachelor’s Degree programmes in affiliation with Nnamdi Azikiwe University in the following disciplines:
1. Business Administration
2. Public Administration
3.Accountancy
4. Banking and Finance
5. Mass Communication
6. Computer Science
7. Computer Engineering
8. Electrical Engineering
9. Chemistry
10.Biochemistry
11.Microbiology
Speaking on the landmark achievement, the Rector, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, expressed gratitude to the management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University for the confidence reposed in Federal Polytechnic Oko. She noted that the development represents a significant advancement in the institution’s commitment to providing accessible, quality, and industry-relevant higher education.
Dr. Awuzie further stated that the affiliation would create greater opportunities for prospective students, enhance academic excellence, and strengthen the Polytechnic’s position as a leading institution for technological and professional education in Nigeria.
The successful approval and signing of the MoU underscore the visionary leadership of the Rector and her management team in pursuing strategic partnerships that promote institutional growth, innovation, and academic development.
Members of the Polytechnic community have described the development as historic, noting that it will broaden educational opportunities and provide students with access to university degree qualifications while studying within the conducive learning environment of Federal Polytechnic Oko.
The affiliation arrangement is expected to commence immediately following the completion of all necessary regulatory and administrative procedures.
