In a significant step toward academic expansion, SQI College of ICT hosted an accreditation team from the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to assess and approve new programmes proposed by the institution.
The accreditation team, led by Dr. Muhammad Mewada, was warmly received by the college’s Provost, Dr. Sunday Adegbenro Ajani, and his management team. Speaking on behalf of the NBTE, Dr. Mewada, the team lead from the Monotechnic Department of the National Board for Technical Education, commended the college’s management under Dr. Adegbenro’s leadership for its commitment to excellence. He praised their efforts in enhancing the institution’s academic standards and expanding its programmes to elevate it to the status of a full-fledged monotechnic.
The accreditation team toured the college’s facilities, including administrative offices, laboratories, lecture halls, the library, medical centre, and auditorium, to evaluate the infrastructure available for the proposed programmes. Their inspection revealed that the institution is well-prepared and upholds impressive standards in its operations, while recommendations were provided on areas requiring improvement.
Dr. Adam Medodo, representing the Executive Secretary of the National Board for Technical Education, Professor Idris Bugaje, specifically lauded the Provost for his role in fostering innovation and promoting creativity in ICT among young people. He emphasized the institution’s positive impact on technological education in the region.
Mrs. Rose Kurah, representing the honorable Minister of Education, Dr. Morufu Olatunji Alausa, expressed her delight at the college’s robust infrastructure and the hospitable reception provided by the management.
Engr. Shehu Abdullahi, Coordinator from the Innovation Enterprise Institutions (IEIs) Department of NBTE, commended the cooperation of the management team and staff for making the accreditation process smooth and seamless.
In response, Dr. Ajani expressed his gratitude to the accreditation team for their dedication to upholding educational standards. He emphasized the importance of the accreditation process in ensuring that the institution maintains its quality and continues to deliver industry-ready professionals.
The visit of the NBTE accreditation team marks a pivotal moment for SQI College of ICT. It highlights the institution’s dedication to providing exceptional education and reinforces its commitment to producing skilled professionals capable of contributing to the nation’s technological and academic advancement.
