Northwest University Kano Holds Orientation Programme for Part-Time Degree Students

The Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), Northwest University Kano, on Friday, 22nd May 2026, organized an orientation programme for newly admitted Part-Time Degree students for the 2025/2026 Academic Session. The event took place at the Murtala Muhammad Library, Kano, and was designed to acquaint students with the University’s academic regulations, facilities, and expectations for a successful academic journey.

In his welcome address, the Director of the Institute of Continuing Education, Dr. Lawal Idris, warmly welcomed the students and congratulated them on securing admission into the University’s Part-Time Degree Programme. He urged them to remain committed to their studies and make effective use of the opportunities provided by the institution.

The programme was officially declared open with remarks from the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Amina Salihi Bayero, who was represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Associate Professor Tijjani Rufa’i Buhari. In his address, the Vice-Chancellor emphasized the University’s commitment to academic excellence, discipline, and quality service delivery. He encouraged the students to uphold the values of integrity, hard work, and dedication throughout their period of study.

The orientation featured a series of enlightening presentations by senior university officials and resource persons. Representing the Registrar, Dr. Adm. Isyaku Adamu, Nura Tijjani Yahya delivered a presentation on Code of Conduct, Dress Code, and Campus Life, highlighting the behavioural expectations and regulations guiding students within the University community.

The University Librarian, Associate Professor Karima Maisango, presented a paper on Reading Culture, Use of Library Resources, and E-Library Technology. She emphasized the importance of cultivating a strong reading habit and demonstrated how students could maximize the use of both physical and digital library resources to support their academic pursuits.

Also speaking at the event, Dr. Kabiru Zakirai, Executive Secretary of the Library Board, represented by Malam Nura Mudi, Director of the American Section, delivered a presentation on Library Ethics, where students were enlightened on proper conduct within the library environment and the responsible use of information resources.

The Examination Officer of the Part-Time Degree Programme, Malam Zauwali Sabitu Paki, presented a detailed lecture on Examination Rules and Regulations, Student Interaction with the Student Handbook, and Techniques for Answering Examination Questions. He advised students to familiarize themselves with examination guidelines and adopt effective study and examination strategies.

In another presentation, the Coordinator of the Part-Time Degree Programme, Dr. Nura Abubakar Gwadabe, explained the University’s Result Computation and Grading System. He provided detailed information on the grading structure, computation of cumulative grade point averages, and academic progression requirements.

The orientation programme concluded with closing remarks by the Head of Administration, Institute of Continuing Education, Bello Ibrahim, who expressed appreciation to the University management, resource persons, and participants for contributing to the success of the programme. He encouraged the students to apply the knowledge gained during the orientation as they commence their academic activities.

The event provided an important platform for the new students to gain a better understanding of the University’s academic environment, regulations, support services, and expectations, thereby preparing them for a productive and successful academic experience at Northwest University Kano.

Abubakar Ibrahim
Head, Public Relations Unit NWUK
For: Registrar