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From humble beginnings to a leading institution of technology and management education in Nigeria.

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The KSITM Story

The history of Katsina State Institute of Technology and Management is a testament to visionary leadership and commitment to educational excellence. What began as an ambitious idea in 2011 has evolved into one of Nigeria's premier institutions for technology and management education.

Our journey reflects the determination to bridge the skills gap in Nigeria's rapidly evolving economy. From our first intake of 300 students to our current enrollment of over 1,200, KSITM has consistently grown while maintaining our commitment to quality education and innovation.

Today, KSITM stands as a beacon of excellence, with graduates making significant contributions across various sectors of the economy, both nationally and internationally.

KSITM Historical Journey

Key Milestones

11+
Years of Excellence
Since establishment in 2013
5,000+
Graduates
Alumni making impact globally
15+
Programs
Diverse academic offerings
12+
Partnerships
Industry collaborations

Our Journey Through Time

2011

Conceptualization

The idea for KSITM was conceived by the Katsina State Government to address the growing need for technical and management education in the region.

Conceptualization
2013

Establishment

KSITM was officially established by Law No. 8 of 2013, signed by the Governor of Katsina State.

Establishment
2014

Campus Construction

Construction of the main campus began with modern facilities designed to provide an optimal learning environment.

Campus Construction
2015

First Intake

KSITM welcomed its first batch of 300 students across five initial programs in technology and management.

First Intake
2017

First Graduation

The inaugural class graduated, with over 90% securing employment or further education opportunities within six months.

First Graduation
2019

Expansion

KSITM expanded its programs to include engineering and applied sciences, doubling the student population.

Expansion
2020

NBTE Accreditation

All programs received full accreditation from the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).

NBTE Accreditation
2022

Research Center

Establishment of the Center for Applied Research and Innovation to foster industry-academia collaboration.

Research Center
2024

Huawei Partnership

Strategic partnership with Huawei to establish an ICT Academy, providing industry-standard training and certification.

Huawei Partnership

Founding Figures

KSITM's success is built on the vision and dedication of remarkable individuals who believed in the power of education to transform lives and communities.

Alhaji Ibrahim Shema
2011-2015

Alhaji Ibrahim Shema

Former Governor of Katsina State

Championed the establishment of KSITM and signed the founding legislation.

Prof. Abdulkarim Kana
2013-2018

Prof. Abdulkarim Kana

Founding Rector

Led the development of KSITM's initial academic programs and infrastructure.

Dr. Fatima Mohammed
2013-2020

Dr. Fatima Mohammed

Founding Academic Director

Designed the original curriculum and academic structure of the institute.

Building on Our Legacy

As we look to the future, KSITM remains committed to our founding principles of excellence, innovation, and service. Our history guides us as we continue to evolve and adapt to meet the changing needs of students and society.