The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki

The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki (TOPS) is a state government higher education institution located in Saki, Oyo State, Nigeria. It was established in 2001 and became autonomous on July 17, 2014, when the former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, declared its separation from The Polytechnic Ibadan Saki Campus. The institution is committed to academic excellence, innovation, and community development, and describes itself as a pioneer in technological education. TOPS offers a range of accredited programs across technical, vocational, and management disciplines. According to its official website, it has 29 fully recognized programs. Its faculties and departments include Accountancy, Architecture, Building Technology, Estate Management, Mathematics and Statistics, Urban and Regional Planning, Transport Planning and Management, Local Government and Development Studies, Business Administration and Management, Public Administration, and Food Science and Technology. The polytechnic emphasizes hands-on learning, industry partnerships, and entrepreneurship, aiming to produce industry-ready graduates. The institution is led by acting Rector Dr. Surv. Ajibola, Sikiru Adetona. Other principal officers include Registrar Mr. Adeolu Ojo and Bursar Mr. Asimolowo Monsur Abiodun. Past officers include Acting Rector Dr. Yekeen A. Fasasi, Acting Registrar Mr. Babatunde L. Ojo, Acting Bursar Mr. Malik A. Abdulazeez, and Acting Librarian Mr. Olugbenga Adeniyi. The Chairman of the Governing Council was Barrister Lateef Sarafadeen Abiola (ONIJO). TOPS has a thriving student community engaged in academics, research, and extracurricular activities. The polytechnic provides career support and internship opportunities. In November 2021, it became the first Nigerian polytechnic to have its Higher National Diploma graduates officially inducted by the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST). The institution held its Combined Maiden Convocation Ceremony on Saturday, September 24, 2022, for graduates from the 2015/2016 through 2019/2020 academic sessions. In October 2021, students requested the creation of a Vanguard Anti-Corruption body on campus. On December 30, 2020, the governing council was dissolved and a new council was appointed.

The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki was established in 2001. It began as The Polytechnic Ibadan Saki Campus. On July 17, 2014, the institution achieved autonomy when the former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, declared its separation, establishing it as The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki. This transition marked its establishment as the distinguished institution recognized today. Since its establishment, TOPS has grown into a hub for knowledge, skills development, and career advancement. It was founded on the principles of integrity, excellence, and leadership, providing students with tools to thrive in the workforce. The polytechnic describes itself as a pioneer in technological education, offering diverse programs that equip students with both theoretical and practical expertise. In November 2021, Oke-Ogun Polytechnic became the first Nigerian polytechnic to have its Higher National Diploma graduates officially inducted by the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST). In October 2021, students requested the creation of a Vanguard Anti-Corruption body on campus. On December 30, 2020, the governing council of the school was dissolved and a new council was appointed. The Combined Maiden Convocation Ceremony was held on Saturday, September 24, 2022, for graduates from the 2015/2016, 2016/2017, 2017/2018, 2018/2019, and 2019/2020 academic sessions. The institution is currently led by acting Rector Dr. Surv. Ajibola, Sikiru Adetona. Other principal officers include Registrar Mr. Adeolu Ojo and Bursar Mr. Asimolowo Monsur Abiodun. Past officers include Acting Rector Dr. Yekeen A. Fasasi, Acting Registrar Mr. Babatunde L. Ojo, Acting Bursar Mr. Malik A. Abdulazeez, and Acting Librarian Mr. Olugbenga Adeniyi. The Chairman of the Governing Council was Barrister Lateef Sarafadeen Abiola (ONIJO).

• 2022

  Combined Maiden Convocation Ceremony held on September 24 for graduates from 2015/2016 to 2019/2020 academic sessions.

• 2021

  On November 18, became the first Nigerian polytechnic to have its Higher National Diploma graduates officially inducted by the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST).

• 2020

  Governing council dissolved on December 30 and a new council appointed.

• 2014

  Achieved autonomy on July 17, declared by former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, becoming The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki.

• 2001

  Established as The Polytechnic Ibadan Saki Campus.

A state government polytechnic focused on technical and vocational education, innovation, and industry-ready graduates.

• National Diploma (ND) programs

  Accredited technical and vocational programs.

• Higher National Diploma (HND) programs

  Advanced diploma programs, including Food Science and Technology.

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2. 2About Us – The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Sakitops.edu.ng
3. 3Wikidata – The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Sakiwikidata.org
4. 4Wikipedia – The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Sakien.wikipedia.org