University of Africa, Toru-Orua

University of Africa, Toru-Orua
Motto
Cognitio, Diligenta, Servitium
Motto in English
Knowledge, Diligence, Service
TypePublic
Established2016 (2016)
Vice-ChancellorProf. Kingston Nyamapfene
Location
Toru-Orua
,
Bayelsa State
,
Nigeria

5°06′01″N 6°03′58″E / 5.10017°N 6.06609°E / 5.10017; 6.06609
CampusUrban, 200 acres (81 ha)
Colors    Red, green and white
Websitewww.uat.edu.ng

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]

History

The 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

The 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

The 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

The 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

The 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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  21. ^ 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.
  22. ^ "University of Africa, Toru-Orua – World Technology Universities Network". www.wtu-n.net. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
  23. ^ "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.