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The Students Industrial Work Scheme (SIWES) Unit of the Nigerian Army University organized an orientation exercise for 300-level students from 19 Bachelor’s Degree programs participating in the SIWES training program for the 2024/2025 academic session. The event aimed to enlighten students on successfully completing their Industrial Training without hitches.

The Vice Chancellor, Prof Kyari Mohammed, represented by the DVC Administration, Prof Ahmed Imam, urged students to be good ambassadors of the University in character and learning. Prof Imam emphasized that SIWES bridges the gap between theory and practice, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings.

The DVC Academics, Prof Isa Ibrahim Adamu, encouraged students to acquire skills during their SIWES training, which will benefit them after graduation. He highlighted the program’s importance in providing graduates with practical experiences in their field of study.

The DG ITF Area Manager, Dr. Yusuf Ahmed M, represented by Head of Training Mr. Hassan B Kwaghe, appreciated the University management’s efforts and provided a background on ITF’s role in providing skills and bridging the gap between theory and practice.

The Registrar, Brig Gen HY Abdulhamid, expressed his gratitude in his vote of thanks, appreciating the Vice Chancellor, NAUB management and the ITF official for their contribution. He urging the students to attentively listen to the presentation by the ITF officials and exhibit exemplary behavior, demonstrating their commitment to learning and personal growth.

The SIWES Coordinator, Dr. Faruk Abubakar, emphasized the program’s objective of exposing students to real-world work environments, fostering skills development, and enhancing employability. He urged students to abide by their employers’ laws and regulations, observe safety rules, and be exemplary ambassadors.

The technical session featured presentations from ITF officials on SIWES documentation and payment and the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders in SIWES.