Education
AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES SALES OF ADMISSION INTO INSTITUTE OF ADMINISTRATION FULL TIME DIPLOMA PROGRAMME FOR THE 2023/2024 ACADEMIC SESSION
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the undermentioned sub-degree programmes of the Institute of Administration, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria for the year 2023/2024 academic session. The forms are available on-line at A.B.U. portal, http://forms.abu.edu.ng at the cost of N2,500.00 (excluding bank charges), to be paid at all participating banks as indicated on-line.
SECTION A
NATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
(NBTEAPPROVED)
1.National Diploma in Public Administration
(Entry Requirements):
Minimum of 120 aggregate JAMB/UTME scores in related subjects.
5 Credits in SSCE GCE ‘O’ level inchading the following: 6) English Language
(i) Mathematics
(iii) Economics
(iv) Government/History
(v) And any other I credit
Duration: 4 semesters (2 sessions)
2.National Diploma in Accounting
(Entry Requirements):
Minimum of 120 aggregate JAMB/UTME scores in related subjects.
5 Credits in SSCE/GCEO’ levels including the following
i) English Language
(ii) Mathematics
(iii) Economics
(iv) And any other 2 credits Duration: 4 semesters (2 sessions)
3. National Diploma in Business Management
(Entry Requirements):
Minimum of 120 aggregate JAMBUTME scores in related subjects
5 Credits in SSCE GCE O level including the following:
(i) English Language
(ii) Mathematics
(iii) Economics
(iv) And any other 2 credits Duration: 4 semesters (2 sessions)
SECTION B
PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
1. Diploma in Accounting
(Entry Requirements):
5 Credits in SSCEGCE O’ level including in the following
(i) English Language
(ii) Mathematics
(iii) Economics
(iv) And any other 2 credits
Duration: 2 years (Full Time)
2. Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain
(Entry Requirements):
5 Credits in SSCECCE ‘O’ level including the following:
(i) English Language
ii) Mathematics
(iii) Economics
(iv) And any other 2 credits
Duration: 2 years (Full Time )
SECTIONC
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
1. Advanced Diploma
(Entry Requirements):
Diploma in any of the following field with a minimum of a MERIT grade from any recognized University or Polytechnic (2 years)
Public Administration Local Govemment
Personnel Management Human
Resources Management/Social
Welfare Administration and Secretarial Studies Accounting Baking/Insurance
Management from Institute of Administration. ABU Zaria
Nursing/Midwifery/Community Health officers (CHO) with a minimum of 5 years working experience in the Public Service
(ii) Diploma in Public Administration/
Local Government from Institute of
Administration, A.B.U, Zaria with PASS grade but having a minimum of 3 years working experience in the public service.
All candidates into Advanced Diploma (ADPA) must possess 5 credits in ‘C level including English language. Duration: 2 years (Full Time)
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Applications should be made on-line on payment of the prescribed application fee of N2.500.00
Candidates are to visit A.B.U portal.http://forms.abu.edu.ng and generate Transaction ID, with which they will proceed to the bank to pay before coming back to the portal to fill the form
CLOSING DATE: 31st October, 2023.
Education
1ST NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS CONFERENCE ON UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS) ESSAY COMPETITION
Competition Overview:
The SDG Youth Essay Competition offers a grand prize of N1 million for the top three winners, along with free sponsorship to attend the 1st Nigeria Tertiary Institution Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in April 2024 in Abuja.
Competition Requirements:
1. Eligibility:
– Open exclusively to undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary institutions.
2. Entry Guidelines:
– Topic:The Role of Students in Attainment of SDG4
– length: Essays should be 1500 words.
– Entry Period: Thursday, February 1, 2024 – Thursday, February 29, 2024
– Referencing: APA Style (6th Edition).
– Font: Times New Roman, 12-point font size.
– Documentation: Typed in 1.5 line spacing, MS Word format only.
– Plagiarism: Only original content is accepted; plagiarized entries will be disqualified.
Benefits:
– Prizes:
– 1st Prize: N500,000
– 2nd Prize: N300,000
– 3rd Prize: N200,000
– Winners will also receive free sponsorship to attend the 1st Nigeria Tertiary Institution Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in April 2024 in Abuja.
Required Documents:
– Student’s Institution ID Card
– Copy of Student’s Admission Letter
– One recent passport-size photograph
– WhatsApp telephone number and email address
Application Procedure:
– All entries and submissions (essay and required documents) should be scanned and sent to nigeriaessay@sdgyouth.org before the deadline.
For Further Inquiries:
– Call: 08068931151, 08133846739, 07067772964
– Email: nigeriaessay@sdgyouth.org
Deadline: February 29th, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to achieving SDG4 and win exciting prizes. Submit your entry and required documents before the deadline. For any inquiries, feel free to contact them via phone or email.
Competition Overview:
The National Essay Competition invites undergraduate law students to showcase their expertise and contribute to the discourse on AI, privacy, and data protection. In addition to cash prizes, participants have the chance to intern with Pentagon Partners, gaining valuable hands-on experience.
Competition Requirements:
1. Eligibility:
– The competition is open to 400-level and 500-level undergraduate law students in Nigerian universities.
2. Essay Requirements:
– Length: Essays should not exceed 1500 words.
– Format: Double spaced, 12pt Times New Roman font.
– References: OSCOLA format for citations with 10pt font size for footnotes and endnotes.
– Submission Format: Essays must be submitted in PDF format.
– Entrant Details: Include full names, school, level, phone number, and email address in both the body of the email and on the last page of the essay.
– Single Entry: Each entrant is allowed only one submission.
– Originality: Plagiarism will result in automatic disqualification.
Competition Benefits and Timeline:
1. Prizes:
– Winner: N200,000
– 1st Runner Up: N150,000
– 2nd Runner Up: N100,000
2. Internship Opportunity:
– In addition to cash prizes, winners have the exclusive opportunity to intern with Pentagon Partners, enhancing their career prospects.
Application Procedure:
– Interested participants should submit their essays to essay@pentagonpartnerslp.com during the submission period.
– The subject of the email should be the Essay topic
For additional information and updates, visit www.pentagonpartnerslp.com.
Deadline: March 22nd, 2024
Don’t miss this chance to showcase your legal expertise, contribute to important discussions on AI and law, and vie for enticing cash prizes. Pentagon Partners looks forward to receiving your submissions.
Purpose:
Inaugurated in 2020, the CDEC is part of SystemSpecs’ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment to promoting capacity development in the Nigerian ICT industry. By encouraging young Nigerians to tackle everyday issues, the competition contributes to intellectual growth and societal progress.
Topic:
The theme for the 2024 competition is “Protecting the Nigerian Child from the Dangers of Online Technology.” Participants are tasked with exploring strategies to safeguard children in an increasingly digital world.
Eligibility:
– Open to primary and secondary school students in Nigeria aged 9 to 16.
– Junior category (ages 9 to 12) essays must not exceed 1,000 words.
– Senior category (ages 13 to 16) essays must not exceed 1,500 words.
Prizes:
– Winners will receive generous rewards, including a high-capacity laptop, premium headphones, a portable laptop stand, a smart wristwatch, and one year of internet data, among other items.
– Consolation prizes will be awarded to other participants.
Application Process:
– Interested candidates should access the application page
– Essays must be written in English and reflect original thought.
– Each participant is limited to one entry.
– Entries must be endorsed by an accredited school official, parent, or legal guardian.
– Deadline for submissions is April 12, 2024.
Submission Guidelines:
– All submissions must be in PDF format and include the student’s name, home and school addresses, email address, and contact phone number.
– Double entries will result in automatic disqualification.
– Submissions must be received by March 15, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.
Notification of Winners:
– Successful students and schools will be contacted in the second quarter of the year.
– Updates on winners will be announced on @nercng social media platforms.
The SystemSpecs Children’s Day Essay Competition offers a unique opportunity for Nigerian students to demonstrate their creativity and problem-solving skills. By addressing the theme of online child protection, participants contribute to building a safer and more secure digital environment for all. We encourage eligible students to seize this opportunity and showcase their talent and ingenuity.
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