University of Africa, Toru-Orua

The University of Africa, Toru-Orua is a public university located in Toru-Orua, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. It was founded in 2016.

History
The University of Africa, Toru-Orua was established under the Bayelsa State University Law of 2016.

The university admitted its first group of undergraduate students in 2017.

Leadership
The University of Africa, Toru-Orua has been led by academics since its establishment. The university's first Vice-Chancellor was Prof. Valentine A. Aletor, a scholar in Agricultural Biochemistry & Nutrition. During Prof. Aletor's tenure from 2016 to 2019, the university's infrastructure was established, academic programs were formulated, and research initiatives were launched.

Following Prof. Aletor's tenure, Prof. Kingston Nyamapfene became Vice-Chancellor. Prof. Nyamapfene, an American citizen born in Zimbabwe, specializes in Soil Science, offering a distinctive perspective to the university's leadership. Under his guidance, the university expanded its academic offerings, fostered research collaborations, and emphasized community engagement.

Campus
The university's campus covers 200 acres in Toru-Orua. The architectural design blends modern aesthetics with eco-friendly principles. The campus features state-of-the-art lecture halls, laboratories, a comprehensive library, student hostels, and recreational facilities.

Academics
The University of Africa, Toru-Orua offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in disciplines such as Engineering, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Humanities, and Management.

Research
The university hosts several research centers, including the Center for Renewable Energy Studies, the Institute for Niger Delta Studies, and the Center for Advanced Social Research. These centers conduct research on topics of societal importance, fostering collaboration between faculty, students, and external experts.