17/06/2026
The Niger Delta University (NDU) Business School recently hosted an impactful workshop on Procurement and Supply Chain Management. which was well-attended by leaders and representatives from all tertiary institutions across Bayelsa State.
The facilitator, Engr. Nelson Ojougboh,an astute capacity-building expert from the Bureau of Public Procurement with years of cognate research and hands-on experience,spoke extensively on the theme, "Re-engineering the Procurement System in Tertiary Institutions in Bayelsa State for Efficient Service Delivery." His presentation highlighted salient points from public procurement laws, documentation, and operations, all of which are essential to boosting the capacities and capabilities of accounting officers, procurement officers, and other stakeholders within the procurement value chain.
The NDU Business School extends its sincere gratitude to the Chief Host and Vice-Chancellor of Niger Delta University, Prof. Allen A. Agih, and to all the participants who contributed to the day's success. It was a privilege for the Dean of the Business School, Prof. Miebi Ugwuzor, to host such a distinguished group.
It was an honour to have the esteemed presence of: Prof. Solomon Ebobrah, Vice-Chancellor, University of Africa, Toru-Orua;Prof. Reginald Keremah, Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Bassambiri; Prof. Timipa Ogoun, Provost, Bayelsa State College of Health Technology, Otuogidi; Prof. Apuega Arikawei, Rector, International Institute of Tourism and Hospitality, Yenagoa;Dr. Zuobomudor Agbana, Rector, Institute of Entrepreneurship and Vocational Training, Yenagoa;Dr. Kenneth Wasini,Provost, Bayelsa State College of Nursing Sciences, Tombia-Ekpetiama; and Engr. Dr. Timinie Suoware, Rector, Federal Polytechnic, Ekowe.
Other distinguished dignitaries in attendance included: Prof. Tonbara Kingdom, Prof. Pere Tiemo, Prof. Israel Jeremiah, Dr. Emmanuel Amaegbe, Dr. Numuworimi Yeitaribo, Prof. Banakiye Japhet, Prof. Meeting Andawei, Dr. Eddy Umbe, Dr. Bolou Yalah, Dr. Ebimotimi Agbalaiko, Prof. Ekima Frank-Oputu, Prof. Stanley Ogoun, Prof. Gbalam Eze, Dr. Lucky Bebeteidoh, Prof. Ogaga Aghoghovwia, Prof. Azibalua Onyagholo, Arc. Timiebi Binafeigha, Dr. Goodhead Abraham, Dr. Bernard Stephen, and Mr. Kennedy Brambaifa.
We were also pleased to welcome delegations from the Federal University, Otuoke; Bayelsa Medical University, Yenagoa; Bayelsa State Polytechnic, Aleibiri; and Isaac Jasper Boro College of Education, Sagbama, alongside various Principal Officers, procurement professionals, and strategic stakeholders from sister organizations within and around Bayelsa State.
We trust that the insights gained from this workshop will significantly enhance the procurement and supply chain management processes in the organisations.
Kudos to all the staff of NDUBS who worked tirelessly for the huge success recorded.
