The newly established Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko in Delta State is set to commence full academic activities from September this year.
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According to the Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof. Ongoebi Otebu, the institution has the potentials to be one of the best in the world.
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Speaking at a reception by the Gbaramatu people for the Governing Council of the university, Otebu said: "I know that it is your prayer that the university commences full academic activities. By reason of my position as the Vice Chancellor, I tell you that we shall commence full academic session in September this year.
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"The ship of the Maritime University has berthed and we shall continue to sail on. I am one of you and we shall do our best to ensure that the light will shine on. I promise that we shall do our best in guiding the university to achieve its goals."
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In his reaction, the Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) , Dr Ziakede Akpobolokemi, promised that adequate funding of the university will be provided as the establishment of the university was one of the best achievements of his administration.