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]
Latin: Universitas Africae, Toru-Orua[citation needed] | |
Motto | Cognitio, Diligenta, Servitium |
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Motto in English | Knowledge, Diligence, Service |
Type | Public |
Established | 2016 |
Vice-Chancellor | Prof. Kingston Nyamapfene |
Location | , , Nigeria 5°06′01″N 6°03′58″E / 5.10017°N 6.06609°E |
Campus | Urban, 200 acres (81 ha) |
Colors | Red, green and white |
Website | www |
History
editThe 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
editThe 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
editThe 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
editThe 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
editThe 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]
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- ^ 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.
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- ^ 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.