Niger delta university latest news

Here are some of the latest news and updates from Niger Delta University (NDU):

Academic News

  1. Resumption of Academic Activities: NDU has announced the resumption of academic activities for the 2022/2023 academic session. Students are expected to return to campus on October 3, 2022.
  2. New Vice-Chancellor: Professor Samuel Edoho has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Niger Delta University. He takes over from Professor Brimah Offiong, who completed his tenure on September 30, 2022.
  3. Postgraduate Programmes: NDU has introduced new postgraduate programmes in areas such as Environmental Management, Petroleum Engineering, and Public Health.

Campus News

  1. Infrastructure Development: The university has embarked on a massive infrastructure development project, which includes the construction of new lecture halls, hostels, and a state-of-the-art library.
  2. Sports Facilities: NDU has upgraded its sports facilities, including the construction of a new stadium and the renovation of existing sports facilities.
  3. Student Union Election: The Student Union Government (SUG) election has been scheduled to hold on October 25, 2022.

Research and Innovation

  1. Research Grants: NDU has received research grants from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to conduct research in areas such as oil spill remediation and environmental sustainability.
  2. Innovation Hub: The university has established an innovation hub to promote entrepreneurship and innovation among students and staff.
  3. Collaboration with Industry: NDU has partnered with industry players to develop solutions to environmental challenges in the Niger Delta region.

Other News

  1. Alumni Association: The NDU Alumni Association has been re-launched to promote networking and collaboration among alumni.
  2. Community Engagement: The university has launched a community engagement programme to promote community development and outreach.
  3. Awards and Recognition: NDU has received several awards and recognition for its contributions to education and community development in the Niger Delta region.

Please note that these are just some of the latest news and updates from Niger Delta University, and may not be exhaustive. For more information, you can visit the university's website or social media pages.