List of Federal, State and Private Polytechnics in Benue State

 
Polytechnics in Benue State play an important role in offering technical and vocational education, preparing students for industries that need hands-on skills, applied sciences, management, and related fields. Whether established by the federal government, by the state, or privately, these institutions help to widen educational access and deliver practical training for the youth of Benue. In this blog post, we will explore the polytechnic institutions in Benue State, categorized into federal, state, and private polytechnics.

##Federal Polytechnics in Benue State
1. Federal Polytechnic, Wannune:
Situated on the Makurdi-Gboko Road in Wannune, this institution is a federal polytechnic that provides National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programs. It is part of the federal government’s drive to expand access to technical and vocational education in underserved areas of Nigeria.

2. Nigerian Army College of Environmental Science and Technology, Makurdi:
Located within the NASME Barracks on the North Bank in Makurdi, this institution combines military discipline with academic and technical training in environmental science and related technologies. It is also a federal institution, offering certificates that are recognized within the broader NBTE framework.

##State Polytechnics in Benue State
3. Benue State Polytechnic, Ugbokolo:
This is the major state polytechnic in Benue State, located in Ugbokolo. It offers ND and HND programs in several fields including business, applied sciences, engineering disciplines, technology, and more. The institution is approved by NBTE and serves as a key centre for technical and vocational training for state indigenes and beyond.

##Private Polytechnics in Benue State
4. Ashi Polytechnic, Anyiin:
Ashi Polytechnic is a private polytechnic located in Anyiin Town, Buruku LGA. It offers technical and vocational programs across disciplines designed to prepare students for practical employment and business ventures. Being private, it has flexibility in how it delivers its programs, though still under NBTE regulation.

5. Fidei Polytechnic, Gboko:
Located along the Gboko-Aliade Road in Gboko, this private institution delivers National Diploma and Higher National Diploma level courses. It has established itself as a choice for students looking for private sector alternatives in technical and business-oriented disciplines.

6. Gboko Polytechnic, Gboko:
Also in Gboko, this private polytechnic provides various ND / HND programs, particularly in areas like business, computer science, management, and technology. It contributes to the polytechnic ecosystem of Benue by expanding access for students in the Gboko region.

7. The Polytechnic, Otada-Adoka:
Located in Otada-Adoka (Otukpo LGA), this private polytechnic offers vocational and technical programs. It fills local demand for polytechnic education in its area and is part of the growing list of private polytechnics in Benue State.