The Management of Sule Lamido University (SLUK), Kafin Hausa, is proud to announce that the National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted full accreditation to six additional undergraduate programmes. This achievement is a significant milestone, as it brings the university to a record 100% full accreditation status for all 36 academic programmes currently offered.
This approval was formally communicated via a letter (Ref: NUC/ES/412/VOL.14/323) dated 4th April 2026, following a rigorous assessment exercise conducted between October and November 2025.
I. NEWLY ACCREDITED PROGRAMMES (2026)
The following programmes have been granted the five-year full accreditation status, signifying that they meet or exceed the Minimum Academic Standards (MAS) set by the NUC:
Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resource Management (FANRM)
- B. Agriculture, with specializations in:
* Crop Science
* Soil and Land Management
* Animal Science
* Agricultural Economics and Extension
Faculty of Computing and Information Technology (FCIT)
- B.Sc. Cyber Security
- B.Sc. Information Technology
- B.Sc. Software Engineering
Faculty of Education
- B.A. (Ed.) History
Faculty of Social and Management Sciences (FSMS)
- B.Sc. Political Science
II. LEADERSHIP REFLECTIONS ON ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
The University leadership has hailed this development as a testament to the institution’s growth and adherence to the Education Act CAP E3, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004.
- Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Muhammad Ibrahim Yakasai: Described the milestone as a clear indication that the University is aggressively pursuing its mission and vision by ensuring quality education that competes on a national scale.
- Director of Academic Planning, Dr. Abdullahi Haruna Birniwa: Highlighted that with all 36 programmes now fully accredited, the University has demonstrated immense resilience, dedication, and a collective commitment to excellence.
III. IMPLICATIONS FOR STUDENTS AND ALUMNI
- Academic Validity: Students enrolled in these programmes can be confident that their degrees are fully recognized by the Federal Government, professional bodies, and international institutions.
- Quality Assurance: Full accreditation ensures that the University maintains high standards in staffing, library resources, physical facilities, and curriculum delivery.
- Career Advancement: Graduates from these fully accredited programmes are eligible for NYSC mobilization and have the necessary credentials for postgraduate studies and professional employment.
CONCLUSION: A FUTURE-READY INSTITUTION
Sule Lamido University remains steadfast in its goal to provide an environment where "quality education meets academic excellence." The Management thanks the Executive Secretary of the NUC, Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, and the Director of Accreditation, Engineer Abraham Chundusu, for their rigorous oversight and guidance.
Please be guided accordingly.
Signed:
Public Relations Unit
For: The Vice-Chancellor, Sule Lamido University Kafin Hausa