Overview:

The Old Katsina Training College is a specialized college for training in the fields of Fine and Applied Arts, Science & Technology, Education, Social Sciences, and Agriculture. It is located in Katsina State, Nigeria and is accredited by the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE). Established in 2001, it is among the oldest and most prestigious specialized college in the country. It is well known for its expertise in several areas such as Plant Breeding & Genetics, Animal Husbandry, Soil Science, Irrigation Technology, Veterinary Technology, Art & Design, and Building Technology. The college provides a range of courses, with both practical and theoretical knowledge, to students from various backgrounds. Through its modern teaching techniques and focus on quality education, the college has managed to produce some of the finest professionals in the fields of agriculture, art, engineering, and education. Old Katsina Training College has provided the training and skills required to turn young minds into the best assets and human resources of the Nigerian nation. It is one of the most beautiful monuments in Nigeria
Prominent Features:

-Established in 1956 -Offers diplomas and certificates in various courses related to engineering, computer studies, business and other trades -Accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and National Council for Business Studies and Certification (NCBSC) -Modern library with ICT facility -Internet access for students -Skills Acquisition Centres -Five modern hostels with a capacity to accommodate 5000 students -Two modern conference centres -Two stadiums and other sporting facilities You can learn history, culture, and heritage through these magnificent monuments in Nigeria.

History:

The Old Katsina Training College (OKTC) was established in 1958 as a Government Training College for Secondary School Teachers in Katsina State of Nigeria. The College was formally inaugurated on the first of October 1958 with 40 pioneer students and mainly concentrated on training Secondary School Teachers in the then associated provinces, Kano, Katsina and Sokoto. It grew rapidly to its peak in the early nineties with eight faculties including the Faculty of Education with different degree modes. By the time the College was converted to a degree awarding institution in September of 1998, there were over 10,000 enrolled students. From its inaugural year to the present time, the College has played an invaluable role in the education and development of the people of Katsina State. The College has prodiced a number of notable Kastinawans such as former Minister of Education, Dr. Muhammadu Ma’azu, amongst others. In 1964, the College was renamed Katsina Training College and in 1976, the College formally became part of the Ahmadu Bello University System. This amalgamation led to the renaming of the college to the present name: Old Katsina Training College (OKTC). Katsina State Government in 1999, following the realization of its 1987 wish, and in line with the efforts of the then Chief Executive Officer of the College, Alahji Mamma Abdullahi, established the Katsina State University, located at Dutsin-Ma. This marked the formal phasing out of OKTC as a Degree awarding College. However, the college remained functional and still played a vital role in the production of professional teachers until July 2016 when the Katsina State Government, transformed the College into a Polytechnic and with its inclusion in the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) as a fully fledged Technical College. Visit one of the famous monuments of Nigeria with your friends and family.

Interesting facts:

1. The Old Katsina Training College was established in 1958 and originally located at Dutsinma. 2. It was the first Higher Institution in Katsina State and the 8th in the whole of Northern Nigeria. 3. The College was moved to its present site in 1962 to pave the way for the establishment of a Federal College of Education at Dutsinma. 4. The Old Katsina Training College has contributed immensely in the production of quality graduates in diverse fields of study. 5. The college has maintained a desirable level of academic excellence. 6. In 1977 the college was converted into the prestigious Usman Dan Fodio University. 7. Old Katsina Training College has produced some of Nigeria’s established men and women, including former Military Head of State, Late General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, former Nigerian Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Akinwunmi Adesina, and former Niger State Governor, Dr. Muazu Babangida Aliyu. One of the historical monuments of Nigeria, it tells the story of a bygone era