Buhari signs bill establishing university petroleum resources

I think you may be referring to the recent news about President Muhammadu Buhari signing a bill establishing the University of Petroleum Resources (UPR) in Nigeria.

Yes, on November 24, 2020, President Buhari signed the University of Petroleum Resources Bill into law, which aims to establish a specialized university focused on petroleum resources and related fields. The university is expected to be located in Effurun, Delta State, Nigeria.

The bill was passed by the National Assembly in July 2020, and its signing into law marks a significant milestone in the country's efforts to develop its petroleum industry and provide specialized education and training in the sector.

The University of Petroleum Resources is expected to offer undergraduate and postgraduate programs in fields such as petroleum engineering, geology, chemistry, and environmental science, among others. The university will also have research centers and institutes focused on petroleum-related topics, such as oil and gas exploration, production, and environmental sustainability.

The establishment of the university is seen as a strategic move to develop Nigeria's petroleum industry, which is a significant contributor to the country's economy. The university is expected to produce highly skilled professionals who can work in the petroleum industry and contribute to the country's economic growth and development.