{"id":1912,"date":"2026-07-16T22:57:50","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T21:57:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mediaconversation.com\/?p=1912"},"modified":"2026-07-16T22:57:51","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T21:57:51","slug":"delsu-vc-announces-25-new-programmes-online-fee-payment-major-reforms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mediaconversation.com\/?p=1912","title":{"rendered":"DELSU VC Announces 25 New Programmes, Online Fee Payment, Major Reforms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By Ubaka Success<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Vice-Chancellor of Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, <strong>Prof. Samuel O. Asagba<\/strong>, has unveiled a series of reforms, including the introduction of <strong>25 new academic programmes<\/strong>, a fully digital school fee payment and clearance system, and infrastructure improvements aimed at enhancing academic excellence and student welfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prof. Asagba made the announcement on <strong>Wednesday, July 15, 2026<\/strong>, during the <strong>&#8220;A Journey to Odyssey&#8221;<\/strong> programme organised by the <strong>DELSU Comrade Community (DCC)<\/strong> at the Faculty of Management Sciences (FMS) 500-Capacity Lecture Hall, where more than 500 students were in attendance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Addressing the gathering, the Vice-Chancellor disclosed that the university would introduce 25 new academic programmes across several faculties, including the <strong>Faculty of Computing<\/strong> and the <strong>Faculty of Environmental Sciences<\/strong>, to broaden academic opportunities for prospective and returning students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although he did not list all the proposed programmes, Prof. Asagba said the initiative forms part of the university&#8217;s strategic plan to expand its academic offerings and meet emerging educational and industry demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a major step towards digital transformation, the Vice-Chancellor announced that DELSU&#8217;s online portal has been upgraded to enable students to pay school fees electronically from any location, eliminating the need to visit commercial banks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He further revealed that students would also complete their clearance processes online, significantly reducing delays, paperwork and the financial burden associated with physical clearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to him, the clearance procedure has been streamlined into <strong>three major stages<\/strong>, with the new system expected to take effect from the next academic semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On infrastructure development, Prof. Asagba disclosed that the university had formally requested the Delta State Government to complete the long-awaited <strong>Senate Building<\/strong> project. He expressed optimism that construction would resume following the governor&#8217;s approval for the release of funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Responding to students&#8217; concerns over hostel conditions, the Vice-Chancellor assured the university community that management had commenced plans to improve hostel maintenance and provide a cleaner, safer and more conducive living environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prof. Asagba also highlighted the university&#8217;s recent achievements, stating that DELSU is currently ranked <strong>12th among approximately 290 universities in Nigeria<\/strong> and remains the <strong>highest-ranked state university in the South-South and South-East regions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He noted that the reforms being implemented are designed to strengthen the institution&#8217;s academic reputation, improve service delivery and further enhance its national ranking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event concluded with the presentation of an <strong>Award of Honour<\/strong> to the Vice-Chancellor in recognition of his contributions to the growth and development of the university. He was also conferred with the title of <strong>&#8220;Student-Friendly Vice-Chancellor&#8221;<\/strong> for his commitment to improving student welfare and implementing policies that positively impact the university community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The programme underscored DELSU&#8217;s commitment to academic innovation, digital transformation, infrastructure development and student-centred administration as the institution continues its pursuit of excellence in higher education.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Ubaka Success The Vice-Chancellor of Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, Prof. Samuel O. Asagba, has unveiled a series of reforms, including the introduction of 25 new academic programmes, a fully digital school fee payment and clearance system, and infrastructure improvements aimed at enhancing academic excellence and student welfare. 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