EKSU, Ajayi Crowther University and FUOYE Secure NUC Accreditation for 31 Programmes

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has this week granted full accreditation status to a total of 31 academic programmes across three Ekiti-state institutions: Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, and the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE).

EKSU Leads with 18 Master’s and Professional Programmes

In a letter dated 30 April 2025, signed by Dr. Abraham Chundusu on behalf of NUC’s Executive Secretary, EKSU was informed of the full accreditation of 18 postgraduate programmes spanning Administration, Arts, Engineering, Education and Social Sciences. The newly accredited courses include:

• Business & Management: M.Sc. Business Administration; Master of Business Administration; Master of Personnel Management; M.Sc. Finance; Master of Public Administration

• Arts & Humanities: Arabic Studies; Islamic Studies; Philosophy

• Engineering & Technology Education: Civil Engineering; Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Computer Engineering; Building and Woodwork Technology Education; Metal and Auto-Mechanic Technology Education; Electrical and Electronic Technology Education

• Education & Social Sciences: Christian Religious Studies; Law; Geology; Psychology

Announcing the development on 19 May, EKSU’s Head of Information, Mr. Bode Olofinmuagun, hailed it as a “significant achievement” that underscores the university’s growing reputation as the top state-owned institution in Nigeria (Times Higher Education, 2025). Vice-Chancellor Prof. Babatola Ayodele described the accreditation as “a testament to the tireless collective efforts of our academic and administrative staff” and said it positions EKSU to better serve Nigeria’s youth in cutting-edge disciplines.

Ajayi Crowther University Secures 9 Programmes

Also on 19 May, NUC’s Acting Director of Accreditation, again Dr. Abraham Chundusu, announced in a parallel letter that nine ACU programmes have received full accreditation following a visitation exercise in October–November 2024. These span five faculties:

• Health & Allied Sciences: Nursing; Environmental Health Science

• Arts & Social Sciences: Christian Religious Studies; History and International Studies

• Music & Performing Arts: Music; Performing Arts

• Law & Management: Law; Master of Business Administration

• Mathematical & Physical Sciences: Mathematics; Statistics

ACU’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Timothy Adebayo, thanked the Commission for its “transparent, rigorous process,” noting that ACU’s success reflects sustained investment in both academic standards and infrastructure.

FUOYE Adds 4 New Undergraduate Degrees

Bringing the three-institution total to 31, the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) this week also received NUC approval for four new bachelor’s programmes. In a letter dated 15 May 2025, FUOYE was authorized to run the following full-time degrees:

1. B.Eng. Information & Communication Engineering

2. B.Sc. Software Engineering

3. B.Sc. Cyber Security

4. B.Ed. Primary Education

The FUOYE Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Fasina, described the greenlight as “a key step” towards broadening the university’s STEM and teacher-education offerings in response to Nigeria’s digital-skills and literacy needs.

What This Means for Students and Employers

• Students at all three institutions can now pursue these accredited qualifications with confidence, knowing they meet the NUC’s national minimum academic standards.

• Employers benefit from a growing pool of graduates whose programmes have been benchmarked for quality and relevance.

• The Ekiti region solidifies its standing as an emerging hub for higher-education excellence in southwestern Nigeria.

Moving forward, each institution will begin publishing admission guidelines for these newly accredited courses ahead of the 2025/2026 academic session.