Ekiti State University (EKSU) Gets NUC Accreditation For 18 Programmes
The Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti (EKSU) has just hit another major academic milestone.
The National Universities Commission (NUC), Abuja, has granted full accreditation to eighteen academic programmes across various faculties, solidifying EKSU’s growing profile as one of Nigeria’s leading state-owned universities.
Accreditation Confirmed by NUC
According to a letter issued by the NUC and signed by Engineer Abraham Chundusu, Acting Director of Accreditation, the approval came after a thorough evaluation exercise conducted during the commission’s October/November 2024 accreditation visit to the institution.
The notification was formally dated April 30, 2025, and addressed to EKSU’s Vice Chancellor.
Programmes That Now Hold Full Accreditation
The newly approved programmes span a wide array of disciplines across six faculties, reflecting the university’s expanding academic capacity and relevance to present-day educational demands.
Faculty of Administration
- M.Sc. Business Administration
- Master of Personnel Management
- M.Sc. Finance
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Faculty of Arts
- B.A. Arabic Studies
- B.A. Islamic Studies
- B.A. Philosophy
Faculty of Education
- B.Sc. (Ed) Building & Woodwork Technology
- B.Sc. (Ed) Electrical/Electronic Technology
- B.Ed. Education
- B.Sc. (Ed) Metal & Auto Mechanics
- B.A. (Ed) Christian Religious Studies
Faculty of Engineering
- B.Eng. Civil Engineering
- B.Eng. Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- B.Eng. Computer Engineering
Faculty of Law
- LL.B. Law
Faculty of Science
- B.Sc. Geology
Faculty of Social Sciences
- B.Sc. Psychology
Reacting to the news, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Joseph Babatola Ayodele, described the development as “a dream realized through consistent hard work.”
He acknowledged the commitment of both academic and non-teaching staff who played active roles during the accreditation process.
According to him, this success reaffirms the university’s preparedness to meet the academic and career development needs of students across Nigeria.
Recognized Among Nigeria’s Top State Universities
The accreditation comes on the heels of EKSU’s recent recognition by the Times Higher Education 2025 University Rankings, where it was named the best state university in Nigeria.
This latest achievement only strengthens the institution’s standing on the national and global academic stage.
Acknowledgments from the University Management
The Vice Chancellor also extended heartfelt appreciation to key figures behind the university’s steady progress:
- Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, the Visitor to the university and a proud alumnus
- Dr. Tunji Olowolafe, Chancellor of EKSU
- Prof. Akin Oyebode, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council
Their combined support, according to Ayodele, has been instrumental in positioning EKSU for global competitiveness.
For both current and prospective students, the NUC’s stamp of approval ensures that their degrees will be widely recognized and respected.
It also opens the door to more funding opportunities, better facilities, and enhanced academic credibility across all the newly accredited departments.
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