The Department of Languages and Communication at the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, has a rich history that dates back to 2019. Initially, it began as a unit led by Mr. Kiani Aaron Tamuno. After three years of growth and development, it was formally recognized as a department in 2022..

As a vital unit within the School of General Studies, the Department of Languages and Communication plays a crucial role in teaching language and communication courses to students across all polytechnic programmes, regardless of their department.

Under the leadership of the current Head of Department, Nelson E. Rachael, the department is committed to achieving its primary objective: developing students' language proficiency and communication skills. This is accomplished by following the NBTE Curriculum and providing support for multilingual students, while also fostering critical thinking and analytical skills.

Functions of the Department

The department performs a crucial role in the education of students at the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny. The key functions include:

• Teaching language and communication courses (Use of English I & II, Communication in English I & II, and Communication Skills)
• Developing students' language proficiency and enhancing their written and oral communication skills)
• Providing support for multilingual students, promoting cross-cultural understanding and linguistic diversity)
• Fostering critical thinking and analytical skills through language and communication studies)

Staff List and Qualifications

1. Dr. Nwawuihe Fidelis Echendu (Dean School of General Studies)
• BA English, MA English Studies, PhD Literature in English
2. Nelson E. Rachael (Head of Department)
• BA Linguistics and Communication, MA Linguistics, PhD English and Communication Art (In view)
3. Egu, Francis Attah
• BA English, MA English (Phonetics and Phonology), PhD English and Communication Art (In view)
4. Kiani Aaron Tamuno
• BA Linguistics and Communication, MA Linguistics
5. Christiana Ihuoma Pepple
• BA English and Literary Studies, MA English and Literary Studies
6. Ahanonu, O. Desire
• BA Linguistics, MA Linguistics (In view)
7. Amah, C. Deborah
• BA Linguistics and Communication Studies, MA English and Communication Art.

The department boasts experienced and qualified lecturers, each with specific duties and responsibilities in teaching, management, and research. With a structured work schedule, the department ensures the smooth delivery of language and communication courses, playing a vital role in the education of students at the Polytechnic.