NBTE Accredits 33 Programmes At Isa Mustapha Agwai I Polytechnic, Lafia
The Isa Mustapha Agwai I Polytechnic, Lafia, has received accreditation for 33 academic programmes from the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
This significant step is set to reshape the institution’s academic framework and expand its offerings for the 2025/2026 academic session.
According to a letter sent to the Polytechnic’s Rector and signed by Dr. Fatima Kabir Umar, Director of the Polytechnic Programmes Department, the approval was granted on behalf of the NBTE Executive Secretary.
The letter, dated April 8, 2025, confirms the institution’s readiness to roll out the newly accredited programmes in the coming academic cycle.
A Major Leap Toward Educational Excellence
This accreditation milestone reflects the Polytechnic’s growing capacity and strategic drive to strengthen its technical education base. It’s not just about numbers—it’s about positioning the institution as a national force in producing skilled professionals across various technical and management fields.
By securing full and partial accreditations across multiple disciplines, IMAP is laying a solid foundation for future innovations in technology, science, and professional studies.
The Polytechnic’s leadership views this development as a stepping stone toward global competitiveness and deeper contributions to both local and international academic landscapes.
Fully Accredited Programmes
The following programmes have received full accreditation status and are set to continue offering academic instruction under NBTE’s approval:
- ND in Urban & Regional Planning
- ND in Estate Management and Valuation
- ND in Quantity Surveying
- ND in Accountancy
- ND in Local Government Studies
- ND in Business Administration and Management
- ND in Public Administration
- ND in Civil Engineering Technology
- ND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology
- ND in Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Institutional Administration
- ND in Computer Science
- ND in Science Laboratory Technology
- ND in Tourism Management and Technology
- HND in Science Laboratory Technology (Biochemistry)
- HND in Library and Information Science
Newly Approved Programmes Ready for Launch
A number of other courses have also been greenlit and will begin operation from the next academic session:
- ND in Building Technology and Management
- HND in Office Technology (Social Welfare Option)
- ND in Computer Engineering Technology
- ND in Welding and Fabrication Engineering Technology
- ND in Water Resources Engineering Technology
- ND in Renewable Energy Engineering Technology
- ND in Mechatronics Engineering Technology
- HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Electronic/Telecommunications Option)
- HND in Mechanical Engineering Technology (Manufacturing Option)
- HND in Mechanical Engineering Technology (Plant Option)
- HND in Strategic Communication and Media Studies
- ND in Environmental Science and Management Technology
- HND in Software and Web Development
- HND in Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry)
- ND in Geological Technology
- HND in Science Laboratory Technology (Environmental Biology)
The Polytechnic isn’t just adding more programmes for the sake of it. The goal is to shape an institution that competes among the top five polytechnics in Nigeria. By equipping students with hands-on, industry-relevant skills, IMAP hopes to drive long-term growth in science, engineering, and digital innovation. The newly accredited programmes are a direct reflection of that ambition.
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