FG Approves Provisional Licenses for 11 New Private Universities
by by Basit Jamiu · Legit.ng News · Join- The federal government has approved provisional licences for eleven new private universities, further expanding Nigeria’s higher education sector
- Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, announced the approvals following a Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu
- The newly approved institutions include New City University in Ogun State and University of Fortune in Ondo State
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Abuja, Nigeria – The federal government has approved provisional licences for eleven new private universities across the country, further expanding Nigeria’s higher education sector.
The announcement was made by Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, following the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa on March 3.
List of newly approved universities
The newly approved institutions include New City University, Ayetoro, Ogun State; University of Fortune, Igbotako, Ondo State; Eranova University, Mabushi, FCT; and Minaret University, Ikirun, Osun State. Other newly approved universities are Abubakar Toyin University, Oke-Agba, Kwara State; Southern Atlantic University, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State; Lens University, Ilemona, Kwara State; and Monarch University, Iyesi-Ota, Ogun State.
Additionally, Tonnie Iredia University of Communication, Benin City, Edo State; Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management, Lagos State; and Kevin Eze University, Mgbowo, Enugu State received approvals.
Implications for Nigeria’s higher education
The approval of these new private universities is set to enhance access to higher education in Nigeria, addressing the increasing demand for tertiary education in the country.
The expansion aligns with the federal government's commitment to improving educational infrastructure and providing more opportunities for Nigerian students to pursue higher education.
Private universities that offer medicine
Legit.ng earlier reported that the popularity of medical schools is rising in Nigeria, with the medicine degree being regarded as prestigious.
Consequently, there is a growing interest among students in pursuing medical courses. If you seek a reputable university in Nigeria that offers medicine, you should explore the following list of private universities with medical programs.
Medicine stands out as one of the most sought-after and marketable courses globally. The expenses associated with medical education are notably higher than many other courses, and gaining admission is considerably more competitive. The list has been compiled based on various available privately credited institutions from sources such as Edusko, Medarchive Magazine, and Schoolcontent.info.