WOCATECHOur Story
Williams Otokolo Colleges of Agriculture Technology (WOCATECH) comprises 12 Independent WOCATECH Colleges of Agriculture across various states in Nigeria, dedicated to fostering agricultural education and technological advancements.
The Role of Graduate Management School (GMS) in Establishment of Williams Otokolo Colleges of Agriculture Technology (WOCATECH's)
The Graduate Management School (GMS) was established in January 12th, 2007 and overtime grew to become a beacon of hope as a renowned private Sector-Led Management School in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, at the heart of the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria. The GMS legacy having trained on scholarship grant/humanitarian help, over Two Thousand Five Hundred (2,500) Women under the Agricultural Women Empowerment Program (AWEP). The AWEP of the Management School helped and supported the women to gain Agro-skills in various Agribusiness and Food Production areas played a pivotal role in the inception of the Williams Otokolo Colleges of Agriculture Technology (WOCATECH) in Nigeria.
The establishment of WOCATECH Twelve (12) Independent Williams Otokolo Colleges of Agriculture Technology (WOCATECH ) in twelve (12) States of the Federation was catalyzed by the Management School vision of holistic Agritech based education, skilled-engineered and technical capacity building programs, agric-economic transformation initiatives/ideals, Creating All-inclusive Partnership Synergy with States, Federal and International Agencies, Donors, NGO's, Faith-Based Organization, and promoting Agric-community based empowerment programs to achieve Food Security in Nigeria and Africa.
The GMS vision recognized the need to create an institutional framework, Build Capacity and Create innovative strategy that specifically addressed hunger, unemployment, the food shortage faced by Nigeria's and Africa's by invigorating and creating a paradigm shift in agricultural sector with a strategic Food Security drives to overcome the multiple Food Insecurity challenges faced in the continent and bring hope and solution to the people for sustainable economic prosperity.
This initiatives has achieved a strong multifaceted presence in promoting the establishment of WOCATECH twelve (12) independent Agriculture Colleges of Technology which has demonstrated its commitment to sustainable Agritech and Agripreneurial educational development, Innovative and Technical Education System to foster youth empowerment, Employment Generation, Investment in Commercial Food Production and Agro Raw Materials Development for Industries within Africa and Diaspora.
Our Mandate
WOCATECH's mandate is rooted in addressing Nigeria's key challenges and advancing the agricultural sector through education, innovation, and sustainable economic development.
THE WOCATECH & GMS EDUCATIONAL LEGACY
The WOCATECH & GMS Legacy Project is a visionary initiative that integrates agricultural innovation with professional management education under one unified institution. The Graduate Management School (GMS) is not a separate entity but the strategic foundation upon which the Williams Otokolo Colleges of Agriculture Technology (WOCATECH) was established. As the professional management school within WOCATECH, GMS provided the guiding ideas, frameworks, and strategies that birthed the twelve independent colleges across the Federation, shaping them into centers of excellence for agribusiness and food systems transformation.
Today, GMS serves as the Postgraduate Management School of WOCATECH, equipping graduates of the twelve colleges with advanced knowledge in Agritech , Leadership, Agribusiness strategy, Entrepreneurship Development, Financial management techniques, Enterprise and Project management. This ensures that WOCATECH students do not only gain technical expertise in agriculture and food production but also acquire the managerial, administrative and leadership skills required to lead enterprises, manage large-scale agricultural projects, and drive sustainable development in both public and private sector institutions. The integration guarantees that every innovation in the field is matched with strong corporate governance, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial acumen.
The Legacy Project therefore stands as a sustainable model of learning and leadership, where WOCATECH provides the agricultural foundation and GMS anchors the postgraduate management trajectory. Together, they form a dynamic institution that nurtures agripreneurs, project managers, and innovators capable of transforming Nigeria’s and Africa's Agriculture and food economy. This enduring legacy positions WOCATECH as more than a college of agriculture—it is a citadel of integrated learning, where science, technology, and management converge to deliver national and continental impact.
The Graduate Management School grew to become a beacon of hope as a renowned private sector-led management school in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, at the heart of the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria.
Agricultural Women Empowerment Program (AWEP)
Trained over 2,500 women on scholarship grants and humanitarian assistance, helping them gain agro-skills in various agribusiness and food production areas.
The establishment of WOCATECH's twelve independent colleges across Nigeria was catalyzed by GMS's vision of holistic agritech-based education and skilled-engineered technical capacity building programs.
The Challenge Addressed
- • Food insecurity challenges across Africa
- • Youth unemployment in agricultural sector
- • Need for paradigm shift in agriculture
- • Limited access to technical education
The Solution Delivered
- • 12 independent agriculture colleges
- • Sustainable agritech education
- • Youth empowerment programs
- • Commercial food production initiatives
Our Founder
Meet the visionary leader behind WOCATECH's mission to revolutionize agricultural education in Nigeria.
Hon. Otokolo Willie-Dan
Founder & Chancellor of WOCATECH
chancellor@wocatechinstitutions.com
Hon. Otokolo Willie-Dan is a remarkable individual whose expertise spans multiple domains, making him an invaluable asset to the field of agriculture, entrepreneurship, management, leadership, security, and strategic studies.
His vision of a sustainable and innovative technology-driven education, commodities manufacturing and agricultural-based economy underscores his foresight in aligning economic growth with technology, agriculture and ecological sustainability.
Unity of Nigeria
Belief in the unity of Nigeria and emphasis on innovative technology and agriculture driven economy.
Self-Reliance Through Agriculture
Dedication to promoting self-reliance through agriculture for a resilient nation.
Sustainable Development
Commitment to sustainable development that safeguards the environment for future generations.
Our Network Advantage
With independent campuses across 12 states, WOCATECH's decentralized but unified learning system ensures national coverage, regional specialization, and accessible education for all.