Northwest University Kano Holds Orientation For Pioneer Part-Time Degree Students

The Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), Northwest University Kano, has organised an orientation programme for newly admitted Part-Time Degree students for the 2025/2026 academic session.

The event, held on Friday at the Murtala Muhammad Library in Kano, was aimed at familiarising the pioneer students of the program with the university’s academic regulations, facilities and expectations for a successful academic journey.

Speaking during the programme, the Director of the Institute of Continuing Education, Dr. Lawal Idris, welcomed the students and congratulated them on securing admission into the university’s Part-Time Degree Programme.

He urged the students to remain dedicated to their studies and take full advantage of the educational opportunities provided by the institution.

The programme was officially declared open on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Amina Salihi Bayero, by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Associate Professor Tijjani Rufa’i Buhari.

In his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor reaffirmed the university’s commitment to academic excellence, discipline and quality service delivery, while encouraging students to uphold integrity, hard work and dedication throughout their studies.

The orientation featured presentations by senior university officials and resource persons on various aspects of academic life and student responsibilities.

Representing the Registrar, Dr. Isyaku Adamu, Nura Tijjani Yahya delivered a presentation on code of conduct, dress code and campus life, highlighting behavioural expectations and regulations guiding students within the university community.

The University Librarian, Associate Professor Karima Maisango, spoke on reading culture, library usage and e-library technology, stressing the importance of developing strong reading habits and effectively utilising both physical and digital learning resources.

Also speaking, the Executive Secretary of the Library Board, Dr. Kabiru Zakirai, represented by Malam Nura Mudi, Director of the American Section, enlightened students on library ethics and responsible use of information resources.

The Examination Officer of the Part-Time Degree Programme, Malam Zauwali Sabitu Paki, delivered a lecture on examination rules and regulations, student interaction with the handbook and techniques for answering examination questions.

He advised students to familiarise themselves with examination guidelines and adopt effective study habits.

In another presentation, the Coordinator of the Part-Time Degree Programme, Dr. Nura Abubakar Gwadabe, explained the university’s grading system, result computation process and academic progression requirements.

The programme concluded with closing remarks by the Head of Administration, Institute of Continuing Education, Bello Ibrahim, who appreciated the university management, resource persons and participants for contributing to the success of the orientation exercise.

He encouraged the students to apply the knowledge gained during the programme as they begin their academic activities at the institution.

The orientation provided an opportunity for the newly admitted students to better understand the university’s academic environment, regulations and support services ahead of the commencement of their studies.