Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma
Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma is both a teaching and examining body charged with the responsibilities of providing high education and advancing knowledge through teaching, learning and research.
It is also to provide course of instructions in various branches of learning, make provision for research and for the preservation, advancement and dissemination of knowledge in such manner as the University may determine. It is also to grant degrees, diplomas, certificates and other academic distinctions and honours to deserving persons.
Vision Statement
“To foster the growth of knowledge for the advancement of the society”.
Mission Statement
“To be a centre of excellence in teaching and research and in the total development of the individual person in tune with the socio-cultural environment and technological realities of a dynamic world.”
History of the University
In the pursuance of the take-off of the University, Governor Alli appointed Prof. M. I. Ogbeide as the Vice Chancellor and Mr. S. A. Kalulu as the Registrar. A firm of Academic and Planners with Mrs. S. A. Aluko (Director of Planning at UNIBEN) as its Director was commissioned to prepare a long term physical and academic Master Plan for the University.
Operating from temporary hired quarters in Benin City, the two principal officers made trips to Ekpoma in search of physical infrastructure for the take-off of the University. With the co-operation of the Onojie of Ekpoma and Emaudo Community, a large parcel of land was made available for the permanent site of the University. Negotiations with the Okpebho Local Government authorities also led to the allocation of part of the Secretariat as offices for pioneer staff. A media advert for academic recruitment tours by the Vice Chancellor. The applications received were overwhelming. The first set of administrative staff to be recruited included Mr. S. O. Utomakili as Bursar, Engr F. O. A. Osawe as Director of Works Services and Messrs R. O. Okodugha and Dele Arekamhe as Principal Assistant Registrars respectively.
The first academic members who joined its early stage were Prof. V. E. Aimakhu who was Rector of the College of Medical Sciences and Mr. Polycarp Umoru was a Graduate Assistant in the College of Natural Sciences. These full time academic and administrative staff conducted the entrance examination that led to the admission of the first set of 400 students. In preparation to receive the students, some disused dormitories at Annunciation Catholic College, Irrua were taken over and modified into temporary hostels. The same was done at Ujoelen Grammar School where additional facilities for cafeteria services were required. The co-operation of the principals in providing these facilities as well as classrooms were very encouraging. Private buildings were rented for use as female hostels and indigenes were very helpful in assisting to meet the needs of staff and students
Although all hands appeared to be on deck to ensure that the target of opening the University on January 15, 1982 was met, the Governor felt that all was not well. This compelled him to pay a surprise visit to Ekpoma on January 18, 1982. on observing that some officers still lived outside Ekpoma, he relieved the Vice-Chancellor and Registrar of their posts on January 21, 1982 even though the pioneer 408 students were already around. During this period of uncertainty of about one week, Government quickly put in place the Governing Council under the chairmanship of Dr. Abel Ubeku. The Council was inaugurated on 27th January, 1982 and it immediately appointed Prof. Aimakhu as Acting Vice-Chancellor and Mr. R. Okodugha as acting Registrar. The new chief executive rose up to the challenge to restore public confidence in the University by arranging orientation activities for the new students and registration for courses and commencement of academic activities. This involved speedily contacting Lecturers from neighbouring tertiary institutions who were willing to assist on part-time basis. Part-time Lecturers came from as far as Lagos and Ibadan. Between February and March, lectures had commenced in the humanities and sciences.
The first matriculation ceremony on February 8, 1982 was another milestone attended by many dignitaries including the Visitor and Governor of the State, Professor Ambrose Alli, HRH Onojie of Ekpoma, M. A. Akhimien II, members of the Governing Council, civil Commissioners, top civil servants and thousands of well wishers and relatives of matriculating students. The theme of the Acting Vice-Chancellor’s address ‘Great Things have small beginnings’ was reflective of the increasing confidence that had been stimulated by the remarkable achievements of the University within such a short time. A total of 408 students were matriculated as detailed below. They had been selected from over 15000 applicants showing heavy demand for the University even at its inception.
College of Arts and Social Science – 145
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources – 58
College of Education – 44
College of Engineering and Technology – 22
College of Environmental Design – 36
College of Legal Studies – 51
College of Medical Science – 20
College of Natural Science – 32
Admissions
CONDITIONS FOR ADMISSION OF STUDENTS TO TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS
(i) The minimum age for entry into tertiary institutions is 16,
years unless the candidate was certified as gifted.
(ii) A student entering a tertiary institution must produce a letter of recommendation / testimonial from the principal of his or her last Secondary School
(iii) As a condition for admission, or re-admission, every student must produce a letter of reference from a person of reputable standing in the society who can vouch for the good behaviour of the student.
For more information, visit the University’s official website: http://www.aauekpoma.edu.ng
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Please i will like to know how far they have gone concerning the 2010/2011 undergradute post ume…i want to know if they’ve started registration for the exam or when are they starting it.thanks
Please give details of your post UME exercise. That is the sore for each faculties so as to enable us move forward.
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Pls i will like to know how far they have gone for the 2011/2012 post ume.and i will also want to know if they have started registration for the exma or when i they stating it, thanx