Skyline University Nigeria (SUN) has secured a formal approval of the National Universities Commission (NUC) to run full-time undergraduate degree in B.Sc Tourism and Hospitality Management in the 2021/2022 academic session. This was disclosed on 27th October 2021, following a letter by the NUC to the office of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ajith Kumar V.V. The approval was sequel to the recent visit by members of the NUC on resource verification to the University. By this approval, the university is expected to commence accept admission from credible candidates seeking to study Tourism and Hospitality Management with the University. The approval according to the Letter by the NUC, followed the recommendation of the panel of experts from the commission which carried out a resource verification visit to assess the human and material resources available for the establishment of the Programmeme. This would be in addition to the 15 Programmemes on offer at the University. These Programmemes include Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Physics with Electronics, Mathematics, Computer Science & Information Systems, Software Engineering and Geology in the School of Science and Information Technology (SSIT) as well as Political Science, International Relations, Journalism and Mass Communication, Accounting, Banking and Finance, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, International Business, Business Administration, Economics in the schools of Arts, Management and Social Sciences (SAMSS). With Tourism and Hospitality Management, and the recently approved Nursing and Physiotherapy under the school of Basic Medical Science, students seeking admission into Skyline University Nigeria will have all the quality of Programmemes on offer. Hence, the University can continue to attract students not only in Nigeria but from other West African countries. Prof. Ajith, while reacting to this new development, stated that the report of the resource verification team and the subsequent approval by the NUC was an endorsement of the quality infrastructure and human capital available in the University. He emphasized some of the potentials of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry, and their impact on employment and human resources. He appreciated the NUC for what it stands for in the context of higher education in Nigeria.

Skyline University Nigeria has continued to promote diversity and multiculturalism amongst the staff and students that make up the university community. With its reputation as a leading international institution of higher learning, the University has since its inception in 2018 continued to be the choice destination for many expatriate professors from different nationalities with varied research and academic backgrounds and qualifications. This is in line with its vision to create a multicultural learning environment to bring the quality of overseas skills and knowledge of the latest technology to SUN students. Because a more knowledgeable society will improve the economy as well as improve the development of a country through increased foreign and local research. On top of this, SUN focuses on making its students globally competitive so its courses are designed to diversify students’ experiences and to make them excel in Nigeria and the global market. With over 54 years of combined experience in the educational sector. Here is a brief summary of the experts. Dr. S Sundararajan has over 14 years of teaching and research experience and will teach in the Department of Business Management; Dr. M Ashok Kumar has over 15 years of teaching and research experience and will teach in the Department of Computer Science; Dr. A Senthil Kumar has over 15 years of teaching and research experience as well as Dr. Sudha Mavuri with 25 years of teaching and research experience. Relocating from India to Nigeria, these experts bring with them an ambitious research and teaching agenda for both the students and the University. We are delighted to have you join Skyline University Nigeria with the hope that you will make valuable contributions to research and training, as well as broad scholarship and education. Skyline University Nigeria Wishes you a warm welcome!

Dr. Olumide Abraham Ajayi, a Lecturer at the School of Art, Management and Social Science and current Head of Department of the General Studies Department of Skyline University Nigeria (SUN) has reiterated the importance of effective security culture in combatting crime to the barest minimum in Nigerian Airports. He made this statement recently while presenting his keynote address at the National Aviation Security Week in conformity with the directives of Airport Council International (ACI) on 26th October 2021. The event with the theme ‘Promotion of Security Culture in Nigerian Airport’ was organized at Mallam Aminu Kano Int’l Airport, Kano to promote security awareness and improve the public perception about the National Aviation Security. Dr. Ajayi who spoke extensively on the topic, “Reinvigorating Effective Security Culture at Mallam Aminu Kano Int’l Airport”, stated that security is an integral part of civil aviation operations and products offered to the public, hence the need for effective security culture at the Airport. He stated that this will guard against a series of threats that could cause physical, reputational, or financial damage to people and the entire country. In his opinion, the greatest threat to Airport security is those who might breach security for personal reasons. He suggested that the Airport Security System conducts proper background checks before recruitment of operatives; employ well-trained, well-motivated professionals; create awareness on the importance of effective security culture, provide security equipment & gadgets in line with the best practice in the Aviation sector; provide a conducive working environment for employees; reward excellent performance and punish erring officials and make security the responsibility of everyone in the organization. While stating that policy and strategy, duty assignment, assessment, decision, feedback and implementation are some of the variables of security culture review model that will Increase patronage at the Airport. He added that it will, in turn, bring about the promotion of foreign direct investment, Peace of mind and genuine trust in the system, amongst others. He applauded the Airport Council International (ACI) for organizing such Programmemes that will benefit not only the Airport officials but the Country as well.

Officials of Skyline University Nigeria (SUN) led by the institution’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ajith Kumar V.V, and the Head of Corporate Affairs, Engr. Bashir Garba has paid a courtesy visit to the Bichi Emirate Council, Kano.  The visit which took place on Tuesday, 12th October 2021 was aimed to promote existing academic cooperation between the Bichi Emirate Council and SUN. The Vice-Chancellor, making his remarks during the visit, congratulated the Emir of Bichi, Alh. Nasiru Ado Bayero for the remarkable works experienced during his reign and highlighted the University’s plan in Kano and Nigeria as a whole. Particularly, how it will promote robust human and capital development not only amongst the students of the University but in Nigeria and the world over. According to Him, Skyline University Nigeria has entered its fourth year of academic excellence, where it’s looking forward to graduating its first batch of applicants. He solicits the Emirs’ support for the University. In his response, the Emir of Bichi thanked the SUN officials for the visit and promised to support the university in any capacity possible. He urged the university to continue to set the standard for other tertiary institutions in the north and other parts of the country.

The start of a new semester can be very exciting, not only for returning students but for the new students as well, who are looking to make a name for themselves. This fall semester 2021/2022 session, is indeed an interesting time to be a student of Skyline University Nigeria (SUN). Apart from the many priorities that students will need to juggle around, for different reasons, students returning to campus this semester have nothing to panic about. The University has put in place, the right resources that allow and support students to achieve their academic and career goals. For new students, this semester may mark their first time living outside the comfort of their parents’ houses. Hence, there may be some confusion about how things are done in the University, where to go to get help and what to do, etc. Collectively, individual staff members, faculty, and management play an important role in creating a safe and welcoming campus and ensuring a safe study environment. Students’ safety is top of priority as the University is always committed to providing the safest possible campus environment. It is the responsibility of everyone, both at the individual and departmental level, to take an active role in looking after students’ safety and contributing to the overall development of the students. Apart from the academics and extra-curricular activities associated with learning, some of these safety measures, such as regular hand washing/frequent use of sanitizers, keeping a distance of at least 6 feet from others and wearing a mask will continue to be some of the most important things students can do to stay safe, while they pursue their career studies. Students are encouraged to get vaccinated and share their vaccination status with the University.

Skyline University Nigeria (SUN) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the INTI International University and Colleges, Malaysia. The MoU will bring wider opportunities to students and staff of both institutions and exemplifies SUN’s commitment to academic collaboration not only within Nigeria but globally. The MoU signing which was organized virtually was ratified on Wednesday, 10th October 2021. MoUs are part of Skyline University Nigeria’s drive at ensuring that teaching and research outcomes from the University become one of the many focused areas for transferring the necessary skills to the students’ community. Over the years, SUN has embarked on many MoU signing with like-mind universities and institutions of higher learning within the country and in the global village, the latest being INTI International University and Colleges. The Vice-Chancellor of Skyline University Nigeria, Professor Ajith Kumar V.V, was highly represented by the Head of Corporate Affairs, Engr. Bashir Garba at the signing ceremony. While speaking at the signing ceremony, Engr. Bashir stated that having been in the education industry for some time has seen how academic collaborations can transform positively the lives of the students who make up the university. “I feel there is something about MoU signing that is beneficial to both university and students”, he enthused. He expressed his pleasure about the MoU signing and how its impact would go a long way to impact positively on the students of the university, especially in the School of Arts, Management and Social Sciences, as well as School of Science and Information. He added that prospective students of the School of Basic Medical Sciences will benefit from the partnership. This would also allow the students of both institutions to join class virtually, organize joint guest lecture sessions, amongst others. In his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor of INTI International University and Colleges, Dr. Joseph Lee, who was also represented by Ms. Junkai Ma, commended the leadership of Skyline University Nigeria for delivering on its mandate to drive research output in the University through collaborations. She expressed her pleasure on the MoU signing and charged the team to work at ensuring that the MoU was productive to the fullest extent possible.