In a major boost for technical education in Kaduna State, the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has approved eighteen new academic programmes for Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, while also granting re-accreditation to forty-two existing programmes after a successful resource inspection exercise.
The approval was conveyed in a letter dated 20 February 2026, signed by Dr Fatima Kabir Umar, Director of the Polytechnic and Allied Programmes Department, on behalf of the Executive Secretary of NBTE, Prof. Idris Mohammed Bugaje. The resource inspection visit took place in January 2026.
EducationNGR gathered that the development significantly expands the institution’s academic offerings and strengthens its capacity to admit more students across diverse technical fields.
Newly Approved Programmes
The following programmes have been cleared for commencement:
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HND Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering (Soil and Water)
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HND Computer Engineering Technology
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ND Mechatronics Engineering Technology
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ND Renewable Energy Technology
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Welding and Fabrication Engineering
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HND Mechanical Engineering Technology (Plant Engineering option)
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HND Science Laboratory Technology (Environmental Biology option)
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HND Science Laboratory Technology (Microbiology option)
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HND Science Laboratory Technology (Biochemistry option)
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ND Glass Technology
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ND Library and Information Science
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HND Journalism and Media Studies
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HND Film and Multimedia Production
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HND Animal Production Technology
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HND Pest Management Technology
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ND Common and Islamic Law
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ND Law
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ND Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Rector Commends State Government Support
The Rector of the Polytechnic, Engr. Dr Mohammed Kabir Abdullahi, expressed appreciation to the Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, for supporting the accreditation process.
According to the Rector, the Governor’s commitment to funding and strengthening educational infrastructure was instrumental in enabling the institution to meet NBTE standards.
He also acknowledged the contributions of the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Prof. Abubakar Sani Sambo, the ministry’s staff and the entire polytechnic community for their roles in securing the approvals.
Commitment To Quality Technical Education
The re-accreditation of forty-two existing programmes, alongside the introduction of new ones, underscores the institution’s commitment to maintaining high standards in technical and vocational education.
The newly introduced courses are designed to address emerging industry demands and equip students with practical skills and specialised knowledge relevant to national development.
Summary Of Key Details
| Item | Details |
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| Institution | Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic |
| Regulator | National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) |
| New Programmes Approved | 18 |
| Existing Programmes Re-Accredited | 42 |
| Approval Letter Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Inspection Period | January 2026 |
| Key Outcome | Expansion of academic offerings and increased admission capacity |
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