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Ambrose Alli University (AAU)
Ambrose Alli University Front view
Former names	Bendel State University, Edo State University
Motto	Knowledge for Advancement
Type	Public
Established	1981 by Ambrose Folorunsho Alli
Academic affiliation	National Universities Commission (NUC)
Chancellor	Yahaya Abubakar (Estu Nupe)
Vice-Chancellor	Asomwan Sonnie Adagbonyin
Location	Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria 6°44′41″N 6°05′05″E / 6.7446°N 6.0846°E / 6.7446; 6.0846
Website	www.aauekpoma.edu.ng

Ambrose Alli University (AAU) is a state-owned university in Edo State, Nigeria. It was established in 1981 by the governor of Bendel State (now Edo and Delta States), Ambrose Folorunsho Alli. Initially known as Bendel State University, subsequently known as Edo State University, and finally changed to its present name in commemoration of Professor Ambrose Folorunsho Alli, AAU is accredited and recognized by the National Universities Commission (NUC). The Ambrose Alli University Library houses the information resources for the institution.

The current vice-chancellor (acting capacity) of the university is Asomwan Sonnie Adagbonyin. He was appointed on 8 February 2022 by the Governor of Edo state Godwin N. Obaseki.

The former vice-chancellor Ignatius A. Onimawo is credited for his unique deployment and application of information and communications technology (ICT) in every aspect of the day-to-day running of the institution.

Faculties

Library

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The University Library began operating fully in 1983. The first university librarian was hired in 1982, and the library's initial book collection consisted of 36,509 volumes, including 30,818 books and 5,691 government documents, as well as 369 journal titles. At the time the library opened, there were 24 employees, including 20 junior and 4 senior employees.In the early years of its existence, the library experienced a series of moves as it searched for appropriate office space.The library's first move was from a temporary office to a temporary administrative building, then it moved to a three-bedroom home, before finally relocating to the Emaudo Campus in December 1982, which was its permanent location.The library was then relocated again in 1987 to the Ujemen Campus, which had a more welcoming academic atmosphere. In 1999, a three-story library facility was officially opened by the head of state, occupying 14,000 square meters.The library system currently consists of a main library and several outreach libraries and it is a hybrid library system which provides print and non-print information resources.

Misconduct

Ambrose Alli University announced the sacking of four lecturers over gross misconduct. The dismissal was approved after the emergency meeting held on 1 December 2021.

Alumni

Samantha Agazuma, Nigerian cricketer
Alibaba Akpobome, Nigerian comedian
Benedict Ayade, governor, Cross River State
Buchi, a comedian
Aisha Buhari, wife of the past president, Muhammadu Buhari
Tony Elumelu, chairman, heirs holdings; successful Nigerian investor, philanthropist & entrepreneur
ICent, singer and songwriter
Don Jazzy, singer and entrepreneur
Festus Keyamo, lawyer, socialist, critic, columnist and human right activist
Samuel Oboh, Canadian architect and president of the Alberta chapter of Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC)
Omawumi, singer
Peggy Ovire, Nigerian actor
Chris Oyakhilome, founder, Christ Embassy
Juwon Lawal Razaq, businessman and entrepreneur

Photo gallery

References

"Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma | » History". Retrieved 23 March 2022.
"State Universities". www.nuc.edu.ng. National Universities Commission. Retrieved 8 August 2020.
"AAU to become best state-owned Nigerian varsity, says VC". Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics. 24 April 2017. Retrieved 8 August 2020.
"Protest in AAU over salaries, as government appoints Acting VC". Vanguard News. 11 May 2021. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
"Osarhieme Osadolor | University of Benin - Academia.edu". uniben.academia.edu. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
"CONUA AAU backs Osadolor as acting VC, commends Obaseki over appointment". The Sun Nigeria. 14 May 2021. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
"VC tasks NAFDAC on safe food, beverages - The Nation Nigeria". The Nation Nigeria. 4 April 2017. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
"Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma | » Art". Retrieved 8 February 2022.
"Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma | » Faculty of Education". Retrieved 8 February 2022.
"Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma | » Law". Retrieved 8 February 2022.
"Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma | » Life Sciences". Retrieved 8 February 2022.
"Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma | » management sciences". Retrieved 8 February 2022.
"Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma | » Physical Sciences". Retrieved 8 February 2022.
"Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma | » Social Sciences". Retrieved 8 February 2022.
"Home".
"Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma | » About the Library". Retrieved 17 June 2024.
"Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma | » About the Library". Retrieved 19 June 2024.
"Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma | » About the Library". Retrieved 30 December 2022.
Odili, Esther (6 December 2021). "Prominent Nigerian University Sacks 4 Lecturers Over Gross Misconduct". legit.ng. Retrieved 6 December 2021.
"Nigeria Women's cricket: An uplifting and empowering force". Emerging Cricket. 8 October 2020. Retrieved 31 May 2021.
"Ben Ayade Archives". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
"Ambrose Alli University to honour Aisha Buhari, Odion Ighalo, others". The Nation. 23 November 2019. Retrieved 23 November 2019.
"Tony Elumelu: Success is made up of 1% dreams and 99% hard work". New African Magazine. 9 August 2021. Retrieved 12 September 2021.
Amaechi, Stella (30 November 2020). "Don Jazzy's biography: How did he become famous?". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 12 September 2021.
"Festus Keyamo Archives". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 12 September 2021.
"Omawumi: Bottom Belle Diva". National Daily. 1 December 2012. Archived from the original on 21 February 2014. Retrieved 16 February 2014.

External links

Official website

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Edo State

State capital: Benin City

Local government areas

Education

Universities	Ambrose Alli University Benson Idahosa University Edo University Igbinedion University, Okada Mudiame University Samuel Adegboyega University University of Benin Wellspring University
Polytechnics	Auchi Polytechnic Edo State Polytechnic Usen Kings Polytechnic Shaka Polytechnic
Colleges of education	College of Agriculture, Iguoriakhi College of Education, Ekiadolor Edo Technical College
Secondary schools	Edo College Federal Government Girls College, Benin Lumen Christi International High School, Uromi Presentation National High School

Healthcare

Mass media

Newspapers	Nigerian Observer Prime 9ja Online Obaland
Television	Edo Broadcasting Service Nigerian Television Authority Africa Independent Television Independent Television
Radio	88.1 90.5 92.3 92.7 93.7 94.1 94.3 95.7 96.9 97.3 100.1 101.5 105.5

Transportation

Tourist attractions

Landmarks	Royal Palace of the Oba of Benin Benin City National Museum Holy Aruosa Cathedral
Sports venues	Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium
Parks	Okomu National Park Ogba Zoo
Reserves	Okomu Forest Reserve Ohosu Game Reserve

Sport clubs

Culture

Languages and dialects

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