Auchi Poly Confers Diplomas On 37,000, Marks 61st Anniversary

The Federal Polytechnic, Auchi, in Edo State has celebrated the 61st anniversary of its founding with the award of National Diploma (ND) to 37,061 students that graduated over the last four years. The conferment took place during anniversary and combined 26th-29th convocation.
Dr. Salisu Umar, Rector of Auchi Polytechnic, noted that the graduates had successfully completed the rigorous academic and practical requirements of their programs. He disclosed that 22,373 graduates were from the regular program, while an additional 14,688 completed their diplomas through the School of Evening Studies.
Congratulating the graduates, Dr. Umar emphasised the responsibility that comes with their new credentials. “Your National Diploma is the beginning of a journey of scholarship and service to humanity,” he said. “You carry with you the values instilled during your time here and the potential to impact society positively.”
Dr. Umar also urged the graduates to remain connected to their alma mater, highlighting that their actions as alumni would reflect the institution’s reputation. “Wherever life takes you, I trust you to be worthy ambassadors of Auchi Polytechnic,” he added.
Prof. Jonathan Ayuba, Chairman of the Governing Council, also addressed the graduates, encouraging them to take advantage of the National Skills Qualifications Framework recently introduced by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
He highlighted Auchi Polytechnic’s role as a certified center for skills acquisition in the South-South region, underscoring the importance of blending technical skills with academic qualifications.