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Inspiring: Blind Nigerian Man Achieves Masters, Secures Full PhD Scholarship

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:01:21 +0000

Blind Nigerian Man Bags Masters Degree, Wins Full PhD Scholarship to University of Ottawa Canada

Paul Okpanachi was not born blind. Sight, once a vibrant canvas of colors and shapes, had been a familiar companion until a cruel twist of fate snatched it away in his early teens. Yet, in the void where vision once resided, a different kind of light began to glow – a light of determination, resilience, and an unyielding spirit.

His world, once painted with vivid hues, transformed into a monochrome existence. But Paul refused to be confined by the darkness. He learned to navigate his world with an acute sense of hearing, touch, and a memory that was as sharp as a tack. Books became his windows to the world, their pages filled with landscapes, faces, and emotions he could only imagine.

Education became his sanctuary. He devoured knowledge with a voracious appetite, his mind a sponge soaking up information. The classroom, a place where many would have felt isolated, became his battleground. He challenged misconceptions, broke down barriers, and proved that intelligence was not tethered to sight.

His undergraduate years at Kogi State University were a testament to his tenacity. History and International Studies became his passions, subjects that allowed him to explore the world beyond his physical limitations. He learned to rely on his professors, classmates, and a growing network of friends who became his eyes and ears in a world that often overlooked him.

Graduation was a milestone, but it was just the beginning. The desire to delve deeper into the complexities of human migration and the plight of refugees ignited a flame within him. A master’s degree at the American University in Cairo beckoned, a chance to explore his passions on a global stage. The journey was fraught with challenges – navigating a new country, adapting to a different culture, and overcoming the academic rigors of a demanding program. But Paul was undeterred.

His intelligence, coupled with an indomitable spirit, made him a standout student. He thrived on the intellectual stimulation, engaging in passionate debates, and forming lifelong bonds with classmates from diverse backgrounds. Cairo, a city teeming with life and chaos, became a melting pot where he honed his research skills and expanded his worldview.

The master’s degree was a crowning achievement, a testament to years of hard work and perseverance. Yet, his journey was far from over. The allure of doctoral studies beckoned, and with a scholarship to the University of Ottawa, Canada, a new chapter was about to unfold.

But life, with its unpredictable twists, had other plans. Returning to Nigeria after his master’s, he faced a harsh reality. The country was grappling with insecurity, and Paul and his wife found themselves victims of a robbery. The incident was a stark reminder of the challenges that lay beyond the realm of academia.

Despite the setback, Paul’s spirit remained unbroken. He dusted himself off, his resolve strengthened by the ordeal. The world may have thrown curveballs, but he was a fighter, a survivor, a beacon of hope in a world that often seemed shrouded in darkness. And as he prepared for his doctoral journey, he carried with him not just his academic brilliance, but also the resilience of a spirit tempered by adversity.

His story was a testament to the human spirit, a narrative that defied limitations and celebrated the triumph of hope over despair. Paul Okpanachi was more than just a blind man; he was a symbol of courage, a pioneer, a trailblazer who dared to dream and dared to achieve.

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YABATECH notice to understudies on Students Union Elections

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000

YABATECH notice to understudies on Students Union Elections

This is to bring to the Notice of whole Students of Yaba College of Technology to observe the accompanying in front of the impending Students Union Elections;
1) Election will be both Physical and Virtual
2) Physical democratic will happen at the same time in both Epe and Yaba grounds.

3) Only HND 2 Full-Time understudies in both grounds will cast a ballot truly.

4) ND 1 and HND 1 Full-Time understudies are not qualified to cast a ballot.

5) All ND 2 Full-Time understudies will cast a ballot on the web.

6) All Part-Time understudies will cast a ballot on the web.

7) Voting will occur between 9am-2pm.

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Change Of Course At Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) To Open Distance And Flexible E-Learning

Fri, 27 May 2022 09:05:44 +0000

For the 2021/2022 academic session, Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) will switch to an Open Distance and Flexible e-learning curriculum.
Applicants who did not make the cut-off point are encouraged to enroll for the Open Distance and Flexible e-learning program.

The following programs are available:

Accountancy with an ND

Business Administration in North Dakota

Computer Science, ND

Mass Communication, ND

Public Administration in North Dakota
APPLY HERE

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Resumption Date for the 2021/2022 Academic Session at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH)

Sat, 21 May 2022 09:00:21 +0000

Resumption of academic activity at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) for the first semester of the 2021/2022 academic session.
This is to inform all Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) Academic Staff and Students that the institution’s management has announced the resumption date for the start of academic activities for the first semester of the 2021/2022 academic session.

Resumption of YABATECH
This letter is to notify all Academic Staff and Full-Time Students that the First Semester of the 2021/2022 Academic Session will begin on Monday, June 6, 2022.

On Monday, June 6, 2022, lectures will begin.

On June 6, 2022, online semester registration will begin and expire on June 17, 2022.

Resumption of YABATECH
This letter is to notify all Academic Staff and Full-Time Students that the First Semester of the 2021/2022 Academic Session will begin on Monday, June 6, 2022.

On Monday, June 6, 2022, lectures will begin.

On June 6, 2022, online semester registration will begin and expire on June 17, 2022.

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IJMB Admission Form for the Academic Session 2021/2022 at the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA).

Mon, 16 May 2022 09:12:05 +0000

The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) School of Advanced Basic and Remedial Studies is now selling application forms for admission into its Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMBE) programme for the 2021/2022 academic session. See below for the courses, requirements, and how to apply for the UNIABUJA IJMB form.
Applications from suitably qualified candidates are invited for admission to the University of Abuja Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMBE) programme, which will run for twelve (12) months. Students in this intensive program are preparing for the IJMBE examinations. Successful candidates can apply for admission to the University of Abuja and other universities that recognize the IJMBE through Direct Entry.

IJMB Courses at UNIABUJA
Admission to the following faculties is possible through subject combinations:
AGRICULTURE FACULTY
ARTS DEPARTMENT

ENGINEERING FACULTY

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES FACULTY

HEALTH SCIENCES COLLEGE

LAW DEPARTMENT

MANAGEMENT SCIENCES FACULTY

PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES FACULTY

SCIENCES FACULTY

SOCIAL SCIENCES FACULTY

IJMB Admission Requirements FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE UNIABUJA

A minimum of five (5) credit-level Ordinary Level Passes, including English Language and Mathematics, as well as three other relevant subjects. Prospective applicants should visit the University’s website, www.portal.uniabuja.edu.ng, for more information on admission requirements.

How to Fill Out the UNIABJUA IJMB Form
Applicants must go to portal.uniabuja.edu.ng with a valid email address and ATM card.

Candidates who meet these requirements should apply online (ONLY) with a non-refundable fee of N25,000.00.

Successful applicants must pay a non-refundable acceptance fee of Thirty Thousand Naira (N30,000.00).

Application Instructions:
CLICK HERE

Click Interim Joint Matriculation Board in the left pane.
Enter the requested information (surname, first name, other names, email address, and phone number) and press the NEXT button.
Click GENERATE RRR on the payment preview page.
Click “MAKE PAYMENT” to be redirected to the remita platform, where you can enter your credit card information (Master Card or Visa Card)
Following a successful payment, you will be redirected back to the portal and given an application number, and the portal will also send the same application as an SMS to the applicant’s PHONE NUMBER, and you will be logged out.
To continue the application process, click “MAIN LOGIN” and enter the generated application number and surname as the password.
OVERALL INFORMATION
Students who fail IJMB examinations may be allowed to re-apply for the programme.
Following admission, registration and commencement of the programme, requests for refund of school fees will not be entertained for any student who voluntarily withdraws from the programme, or who are dismissed by a report of disciplinary actions.
Deadline: October 22, 2022.

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Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) HND Full-Time Admission List for Academic Session 2021/2022 YABATECH HND Admission List

Mon, 16 May 2022 09:05:42 +0000

– The list of candidates who have been offered provisional admission to the Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) Higher National Diploma (HND) full-time programmes for the 2021/2022 academic session has been published and is now available online.
We are pleased to inform all candidates who applied for admission to the Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) 2021/2022 academic session Higher National Diploma (HND) full-time programmes and also took part in the screening process that they can now check their admission status.

The YABATECH HND full-time admission list has been uploaded online and is available in the document provided below.

How to Look Up the YABATECH HND Admission List
The following candidates have been granted Provisional Admission to Yaba College of Technology’s HND full-time programs (YABATECH).

If your device is unable to display the document above, click the link below (Note: You will however need a device that is capable of opening PDF files to access the list).

CLICK HERE

COPIED FROM MYSCHOOLGIST.COM

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Admission List for the 2021/2022 Academic Session at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) | ND & Degree

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 07:03:51 +0000

Admissions to YABATECH – The Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) administration has released the list of candidates admitted to its full-time National Diploma (ND) and Degree (affiliated to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka – UNN) programmes for the 2021/2022 academic session.
This is to inform all prospective ND and Degree full-time students of the Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) that the polytechnic’s admission list for 2021/2022 has been released.

The YABATECH admissions list has been successfully uploaded to the internet.

Candidates who took part in the YABATECH 2021/2022 post-UTME screening process can now check their admission status by following the steps outlined below.

How to Check YABATECH Admission List
Go to YABATECH admission status checking portal at
https://erp.yabatech.edu.ng/yabaapplication/admissions/admstaus_checking_default_page

Fill in the required fields with your JAMB registration number and surname.
Finally, to view your admission status, click the ‘Sign In to Portal’ button.
Candidates accepted into the ND and first-degree programs at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) are advised to:

Log in to their JAMB Central Admission Processing System (CAPS) and either ACCEPT or REJECT their admission.
After accepting the admission, they should print their JAMB admission letter.
Obtain a copy of their original JAMB result slip (this comes with passport photography affixed to it).
If they are offered courses other than the ones they initially applied for, they can apply for a change of course on the JAMB Portal.

JAMB PORTAL

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Admission List for the 2021/2022 Academic Session at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) | ND & Degree

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 09:06:20 +0000

The YABATECH admissions list has been successfully uploaded to the internet.

Candidates who took part in the YABATECH 2021/2022 post-UTME screening process can now check their admission status by following the steps outlined below.

How to Look Up the YABATECH Admissions List
Prospective students at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) can currently access their admission status on the JAMB admission status checking portal by following the steps outlined below:

STEP 1: To access your YABATECH admission status, go to the JAMB portal athttps://portal.jamb.gov.ng/efacility_/

STEP 2: Enter your Jamb username and password to access your Jamb profile.
STEP 3: Scroll down to the ‘Check Admission Status’ tab and click it.
STEP 4: Choose your exam year and enter your registration number in the appropriate column.

STEP 5: Finally, to view your YABATECH admission status, click on ‘Check Admission Status.’

Candidates accepted into the ND and first-degree programs at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) are advised to:

ou will be able to follow the procedure outlined below once the list is uploaded on the poly website.

Go to YABATECH admission status checking portal athttp://portal.yabatech.edu.ng/portal/home/signinapplicant.

Enter you JAMB Registration number and Surname in the required columns.
Finally, click on ‘Sign In to Portal’ button to access your admission status.

Congratulations to all the candidates that made it to the YABATECH ND and Degree Full-Time programmes for the 2021/2022 academic session

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Change of Course Form for the 2021/2022 Academic Session at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH).

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 16:39:24 +0000

YABATECH Formal Course Modification – The management of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) has activated a portal where 2021/2022 Degree candidates who have yet to be admitted can change their courses.
The management of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) wishes to inform BSc (Education) candidates who wish to change their course that the form is now available. Applicants should also change their course on the JAMB portal.

YABATECH Course Change Eligibility

All B.Sc applicants must have a minimum UTME score of 180 and an aggregate score of 45 percent.

General Entry Requirement for Degree Programme: SSCE (SSCE/NABTEB) with at least 5 credits obtained at not more than two (2) sittings, which must include English, Mathematics and three other relevant subjects from the minimum entry requirements in JAMB Brochure.

YABATECH Change of Course Available Programmes
The following Programmes are available for change of course

BSC (EDUCATION):
B.Sc (ED) (Art Education) Full-Time B.Sc (ED) (Biology Education) Full-Time B.Sc (ED) (Biology Education) Full-Time B.Sc (ED) (Biology Education) Full-Time B.Sc (ED) (Biology Education) Full- (Business Education) Full-Time B.Sc (ED) (Chemistry Education) B.Sc (ED) (Chemistry Education) B.Sc (ED) (Chemistry Education) B.Sc (ED) (Chemistry Education) (Computer Education) B.Sc. (ED) Full-Time (Home Economics Education) B.Sc. (ED) Full-Time (Integrated Science Education) Full-Time B.Sc (ED) (Mathematics Education) B.Sc (ED) (Mathematics Education) B.Sc (ED) (Mathematics Education) B.Sc (ED) (Mathe (Physics Education) Full-time B.Sc (ED) (Industrial Technical Education) (ND-Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering candidates are eligible.)
How to Apply for YABATECH Change of Course Form
APPLY HERE

Applicants should go to www.yabatech.edu.ng to learn more about the College.
Click the 2021/2022 “CHANGE OF COURSE FORM” link.
Enter your UTME number.
Change the course to Apply.
Tap on Confirm Details & Proceed to continue.
Tap the Pay Now button.
Tap the Make Payment button.
Please keep your Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) number handy.
Select any payment method (Pay Now with Internet Banking, Pay Now at a Bank Branch, Pay Now with Cards or Wallet).
If you choose to use internet banking, select your bank logo at the bottom of your Remita page if you have your hard token with you.

If you are unable to make the payment online due to a lack of understanding of the process, please print the invoice payment and take it to any bank to make the payment.
Now, navigate to the YABATECH website page where you search for confirmation and validation, enter the Remita number you used to make the payment OR your JAMB registration number, and then click continue.
Candidates who are having difficulty making registration payments should contact the College website (“click on the live support/Help Desk link on the website’s home page”) or the Computer Centre (PTDF) behind the School of Art, Design, and Printing for further information and possible assistance.

For further enquiries, please visit the Admissions Department of Registry in Room AA1, and 24 Old Administration Block.

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