Shaka Polytechnic, Akpakpava road.

About Shaka Polytechnic

Shaka Polytechnic located at Shaka Momodu Way, Ogiso Quarters Benin City, Nigeria, was established on the 6th February 1986 as the Nigerian Institute of Computer Science. It currently has eight departments which are : Department of Accountancy, Department of Mass Communication, Department of Computer Sciences, Department of Public Adminstration, Department of Electrical Electronics, Department of Statistics, and Department of Computer Engineering.

History of Shaka Polytechnic

Shaka Polytechnic in Benin City, Nigeria, was founded by Late Sir, (Dr) Prince Donaldson Shaka Momodu(KSP).It was established on the 6th February 1986 as the Nigerian Institute of Computer Science before it now became Shaka Polytechnic.The first campus is located at 1 prince shaka momodu street, ogiso quarters, Off Muritala Muhammed Way,Benin City,while the main campus is located at Evbo-Ewedo Dukedom,Along Egba Road, Off Benin-Auchi Road,Edo State. In 2012, following series of assesment by the national board on technical education (NBTE) Kaduna, Shaka polytechnics was granted accreditation and certification.

Safety

Concerning safety in Shaka Polytechnic, the area is very safe so there is nothing really to worry about. But please visitors are advised from late hours and be security conscious due to the recent robbery activity around the state.

Things To Do

Since it a school, things to do requires you reading and attending all your lectures. What you're required to bring along includes your reading and writing materials along side what you'll be needing in school hostel if you're going to stay in the school hostel.

Best Features

Shaka Polytechnic leans towards Education, Excellence and Service.

Best Time to Visit Shaka Polytechnic

During when school is in session is probably the best time to visit.

Popular Events at Shaka Polytechnic

Matriculation and convocation are the most popular events which happens yearly. Matriculation is one of the popular events in school for freshers because that's when they get to wear and snap long living memory pictures and the get to celebrate their been in school. Likewise, Convocation is one of a popular event in school where final year students final get their certificates and their is an award for the best graduating student.

Most Common Visitors

Most common visitors would get by the family and friends of both the lecturers and students.

Why You Should Visit

A federal government approved polytechnic, where morals and educational standards are very high, it is also well equipped for all the courses offered.

Weather at Shaka Polytechnic

The region has both dry and rainy season. The dry season comes between the months of October until April and the rainy season starts during the month of May, June, or July.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: how can I become a student here?
A: To be a student, you'll be required to pass through the Universal Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) orgainsed by JAMB and candidates must have at least five credits in relevant SSCE/GCE 'O' level subjects.

Q: How many faculties or departments are available here?
A: There are eight departments available.

Q: Is this polytechnic accredited?
A: Yes the polytechnic is accredited.

Q: Are there hostels at this polytechnic?
A: No there are no hostel facilites