University of Africa, Toru-Orua
Public university in Nigeria
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The University of Africa, Toru-Orua is a public university located in Toru-Orua, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.[1] It was founded in 2016 by the administration of Seriake Dickson.[2][3]
| Motto | Cognitio, Diligenta, Servitium |
|---|---|
Motto in English | Knowledge, Diligence, Service |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 2016 |
| Vice-Chancellor | Prof. Solomon Ebobrah |
| Location | , , Nigeria 5.10017°N 6.06609°E |
| Campus | Urban, 200 acres (81 ha) |
| Colors | Red, green and white |
| Website | www |
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History
The University of Africa, Toru-Orua was established under the Bayelsa State University Law of 2016.[4][5]
The university admitted its first group of undergraduate students in 2017.[6][7]
Leadership
The university's first Vice-Chancellor was Prof. Valentine A. Aletor, a scholar in Agricultural Biochemistry and Nutrition.[8] His tenure from 2016 to 2019 oversaw the establishment of infrastructure, academic programmes, and research initiatives.[9]
He was succeeded by Prof. Kingston Nyamapfene, an American citizen born in Zimbabwe, who specializes in Soil Science.[10][11] Under his leadership, the university expanded academic offerings, developed research collaborations, and promoted community engagement.[12]
Campus
Academics
The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in fields including Engineering, Social sciences, Natural sciences, Humanities, and Management.[17][18][19][20]
Research
The university hosts several research centres, including the Center for Renewable Energy Studies, the Institute for Niger Delta Studies, and the Center for Advanced Social Research.[21] These centres conduct research on topics of societal importance, fostering collaboration between faculty, students, and external experts.[22][23]