Benue Varsity Unbundles Mass Communication Department into Six Programs

The Benue State University (BSU) Makurdi has announced the restructuring of its Department of Mass Communication into six distinct programs, alongside the establishment of a new Faculty of Communication and Media Studies. This initiative aims to enhance specialization and professionalism within the field of communication.

According to the university authorities, the newly established faculty, led by Prof (Rev Fr) Vitalis Torwel as Dean, will oversee the following programs:

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- Broadcasting, headed by Prof Michael Kombol

- Development Communication, led by Prof Andrew Ijwo

- Public Relations, with Dr Tyotom Keghku serving as Acting HOD

- Advertising, under the guidance of Dr Maria Onyilo

- Strategic Communication, managed by Dr Caleb Chile

- Journalism/Media Studies, with Dr Kevin Alom as the Acting HOD

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This move marks a significant transition from the previous structure where Mass Communication was offered as a single department since the establishment of the university in 1992.

The decision to unbundle Mass Communication departments aligns with the directive from the National Universities Commission (NUC) starting from 2021. Several other universities across Nigeria, including Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo; Imo State University (IMSU); Lagos State University (LASU); University of Uyo; Bayero University Kano (BUK); and Nasarawa State University, Keffi, have also elevated their Mass Communication departments to faculties.