The Nigerian government has approved provisional licenses for 11 new private universities. This move aims to increase access to higher education and improve academic standards.
Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, made the announcement after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, chaired by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa on Monday.
List of Newly Approved Universities
- New City University, Ayetoro, Ogun State
- University of Fortune, Igbotako, Ondo State
- Eranova University, Mabushi, FCT
- Minaret University, Ikirun, Osun State
- Abubakar Toyin University, Oke-Agba, Kwara State
- Southern Atlantic University, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
- Lens University, Ilemona, Kwara State
- Monarch University, Iyesi-Ota, Ogun State
- Tonnie Iredia University of Communication, Benin City, Edo State
- Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management, Lagos State
- Kevin Eze University, Mgbowo, Enugu State
Alausa said the approvals are in line with the administration’s desire to expand education, create jobs, and improve learning opportunities.
He stressed the importance of private universities in meeting the rising demand for quality education. “These universities will bridge the gap and provide more options for students,” he said.
This brings us to well over 150 private universities now approved by the government, reflecting the government’s pro-education philosophy.
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