Everything you need to know about Federal Polytechnic OKO (OKO POLY)

 

 

A BRIEF HISTORY.

The polytechnic is situated within Oko town in Orumba North Local Government of Anambra State. At its inception in 1979, the institution was approved by the Anambra State Government as a College of Arts and Science designed to prepare candidates for the General Certificate in Education (GCE) examination at both the ordinary and advanced levels. The College was formalized as the Anambra State Polytechnic, Oko, through Edict No. 12 of 1985, published as a supplement to the Anambra State of Nigeria Gazette No. 24, Volume 10 of June 27, 1984.

 

 

Finally, in 1993, the State Polytechnic was taken over by the Federal Government and was renamed Federal Polytechnic, Oko.

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THE POLYTECHNIC COMMUNITY.

The polytechnic is located in Oko community, Orumba North Local Government area of Anambra State. The community is dominated by the Igbos and other tribes. 40% of the people living in the community are students at Oko Polytechnic, while the few others are indigenous or people who came for business. Most of the common businesses in the community are real estate, boutiques, restaurants, Farming and other commercial activities.

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THE POLYTECHNIC CAMPUSES.

The Federal Polytechnic Oko operates on three(3) campuses: the main campus, which occupies about 89 hectares of land; the Ufuma campus, which occupies about 52 hectares of land; and the Atani campus, which occupies 40 hectares of land, all in Anambra state.

 

The Atani Campus is primarily for the departments of computer science, mathematics, and statistics. while the Ufuma campus is for students admitted into the Regular2 programme.

 

Some of the popular buildings in the polytechnic are Aso Rock, the old admin, the medical center, the auditorium, the mass communication complex, the Sug Complex, etc.

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OKO POLYTECHNIC PROGRAMMES.

The Federal Polytechnic Oko runs three programmes which are known as the Regular 1, Regular 2 and Weekend Programmes. The R1 programme is also known as a full-time or morning programme, while the R2 programme is an evening programme, and the weekend programmes can also be referred to as part-time programmes. The “R” stands for “Regular programme.”

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1. THE REGULAR1 PROGRAMME.

This is a full-time programme for students who were admitted through Jamb to the Federal Polytechnic Oko. Candidates who passed the school POST UTME would be offered admission to the R1 programmes, which are full-time and lectures start at 8 a.m. in the morning. The duration of this programme is 2 years and it is available at both National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) level.

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2. THE REGULAR2 PROGRAMME.

This is an afternoon or evening program that is almost the same as the R1 programme. The school can’t offer admission to all candidates who applied, so they will automatically offer you an R2(evening) programme once the space for full-time(morning) is full. This programme is also two(2) years. The lectures start in the afternoon, and this is why the alternate name for the programme is Afternoon/Evening programme.

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3. THE WEEKEND PROGRAMME.

The OKO POLYTECHNIC Weekend Programme is recommended for students who want to combine study with work as lectures are held on weekends (Saturdays), and the programme is available at both National Diploma and Higher National Diploma levels. The duration of this program is three(3) years.

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DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE R1 AND R2 PROGRAMMES. 

Both Regular1 and Regular2 programmes are the same in the sense that the students will be issued the same certificate and be admitted on the same admission eligibility. They pay the same school fees. However, R2 students usually pay for “consultancy fees,” which cost about fifteen thousand naira (#15,000), but R1 students do not pay for consultancy fees. R1 students receive lectures at the main campus, while R2 students receive lectures at the Ufuma campus, a few kilometers from the main campus. 

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Transportation from the Ufuma campus to the main campus costs three hundred naira (#300). The R2 programme is good. Perhaps it is better than risking another year at home to write Jamb again. The R2 students spend their first year at the Ufuma campus and their second year at the main campus. This means that all academic activities for NDI will be done at Ufuma campus, and your NDII will be done at the Main campus, so you are only using one Academic session at the Ufuma campus.

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OKO POLYTECHNIC SCHOOL FEES.

The Federal Polytechnic Oko is one of the cheapest and most affordable schools in the Southeast as full-time students pay tuition fees of between 40K and 35K per session depending on their faculty and department. The acceptance fee costs #25,000. Other fees paid by students are medical fees, consultancy fees (for R2 students only), Data capture, library, and ICT, amongst others. Although tuition fees are considered cheap, if we add other fees being paid by the students with tuition fees, it’s a bit expensive. However, if you wish to study at the Federal Polytechnic Oko, I will advise you to be financially stable as the school takes a lot of bills.

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ACCOMMODATION.

Accommodation in the polytechnic community is expensive as Single rooms range from 40k to 70k per year depending on location, while self-containers range from 80k to 120k depending on the closeness of the accommodation to the polytechnic campuses. If you can’t afford accommodation off-campus, you can apply for a school hostel, which is cheaper.

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ADMISSION TO OKO POLYTECHNIC.

(A) The National Diploma (ND): The school admits students based on qualifications and merits. provided you meet the minimum admission requirements, which include at least five (5) credits in the O’level WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics at not more than two sittings.

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(B) Higher National Diploma (HND): The institution does not conduct entrance examinations for HND applicants; the institution mostly screens credentials, so you apply and pray for Grace. To be offered admission to the polytechnic, you must present evidence of a minimum of one (1) year of post-ND cognate work experience. In exceptional cases, ND diplomats with a pass (CGPA of 2.00–2.49) and industrial experience of not less than two (2) years in the specific field may be considered for admission into the HND programme. In addition, the applicant must possess at least 5 credits in relevant subjects at O’level in no more than two sittings.

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THE CHALLENGES OF BEING A STUDENT AT OKO POLY.

The students of the polytechnic have always lamented the compulsory payment for textbooks, handouts, practicals, and logbooks. Oko Polytechnic lecturers love money to the extent that they compel students to buy their textbooks or else risk carryover. This has been a normal practice by the lecturers, which is a challenge for students because even the student union and management couldn’t stop them. Thus, if you want to go to school in Oko Poly, it’s best to budget money for textbooks because they are made compulsory.

 

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Also, there have been reports of insecurity in the polytechnic community in recent years. This isn’t limited to the polytechnic alone, but Nigeria at large, and we hope that the government and authorities will find a lasting solution to this issue. Meanwhile, as at the time of publishing this report, the polytechnic and the polytechnic community are peaceful, and academic and non-academic activities are going on peacefully.

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COURSES OFFERED IN OKO POLY.

The Federal Polytechnic offers over t 30 courses in 7 faculties/School.

• School of Engineering Technology

• School of Applied Science and Technology

• School of Environmental Design and Technology

• School of Arts, Design and Printing Technology

• School of Business Studies

• School of information technology.

• School of Financial Studies

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The official portal for the Federal Polytechnic Oko for both applications and registration is https://federalpolyoko.edu.ng/ 

 

The Polytechnic conducts both written and CBT examinations, and semester examination results are always released on notice boards. The polytechnic does not tolerate indecent dressing, and defaulter students may risk suspension. Admission lists are also released on notice boards, while admission status can be checked online through the school portal.

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In conclusion, Federal Polytechnic Oko is one of the best polytechnics in Nigeria. The school also has well-equipped laboratories, a library, medical and infrastructural facilities with a conducive environment. Many successful people in the country today are products of Oko Poly. Therefore, if you choose Federal Polytechnic Oko as your institution of choice, congratulations to you because you just made the best decision. We can assure you that choosing an institution is never a mistake. Best of luck.

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