Bauchi Oil and Gas Academy Partners US-Based Institute to Enhance Skills in Oil and Gas Sector
By Abubakar Hardawa
The Bauchi Oil and Gas Academy (BOGAA) in Alkaleri has called on residents of Bauchi State to take advantage of the opportunities provided by the academy to acquire essential skills and certifications for careers in the global oil and gas industry.
During a recent awareness campaign in Bauchi, the Rector of the Academy, Dr. Ahmad Sulaiman Yaro, highlighted the various courses and opportunities available at the institute.
He revealed that BOGAA currently offers eight courses under its Skills Acquisition program, eight courses under its Diploma in Oil and Gas program, and four specialized courses under its Core Oil and Gas program.
Dr. Yaro announced that the academy has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PetroEd, a US-based online institute specializing in oilfield training, certifications, and educational solutions.
Through this partnership, 50 individuals will be trained in key industry courses such as RigPass and Basic Principles of Petroleum, among others.
“This is a core course in the oil and gas sector, and we are proud to partner with PetroEd, a US-based institute. The Governor has already covered the engagement fees for the training of 50 individuals. We are currently advertising three courses in this regard, and I can assure you that the professional certifications awarded after the training are internationally recognized. We are now awaiting applications from interested candidates,” Dr. Yaro explained.
The Rector also shared that over 500 graduates from last year’s cohort, who studied programs such as Automotive Mechatronics, Masonry, Carpentry, Electrical Engineering, Computer Hardware Maintenance, and GSM Repairs, will soon receive their professional certifications from recognized bodies like the Automotive Council of Nigeria and the National Institute of Builders.
Additionally, Dr. Yaro disclosed that 260 students are currently enrolled in various mid-level programs, including Automotive Mechatronics, Building Construction, Computer Hardware and Software Engineering, Solar Technology, and Telecommunications, all approved by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
Dr Ahmad Suleiman Yaro
He further stated that four Core Oil and Gas courses Minimum Industry Safety, Certificate in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), and Advanced Certificate in HSE—have been approved, and interested applicants can apply through the academy’s website at [www.bogaa.edu.ng](http://www.bogaa.edu.ng).
Dr. Yaro encouraged residents of the state to enroll in the academy’s diverse programs, emphasizing that a permanent site equipped with state-of-the-art facilities is currently under construction in Alkaleri to provide a conducive learning environment for students.
