Tinubu Approves Upgrade of Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa to Mining-Focused University
President Bola Tinubu has approved the conversion of Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, into the Federal University of Mining, Engineering and Technology, Nasarawa, to boost technical education and resource development.
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President Bola Tinubu has approved the upgrade of Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, into the Federal University of Mining, Engineering and Technology, Nasarawa. The institution will become a specialized university focused on mining, engineering, and technology education.
A statement from presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga confirmed the approval, citing Tinubu’s commitment to strengthening technical and vocational education in Nigeria. The move aligns with broader efforts to develop human capital and harness the country’s mineral resources, according to the statement.
The conversion is part of a national strategy to expand access to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and support Nigeria’s industrialization agenda. The new university is expected to play a key role in training professionals for the mining and engineering sectors.
Legit.ng reported that the transformation positions the institution as a key player in technical education within Nigeria’s northern region. The Federal University of Mining, Engineering and Technology will absorb the existing infrastructure and academic framework of the former polytechnic while expanding its mandate.
No timeline for full operational transition or details on funding were provided in the initial announcements. The National Universities Commission is expected to provide further guidance on accreditation and academic programming.