UNIVERSITY ON THE NIGER RECEIVES FULL STATUTORY LICENCE FROM NUC

The University on the Niger, Umunya, Anambra State, has officially received a Full Statutory Licence from the Federal Government of Nigeria through the National Universities Commission (NUC), formally confirming its status as a fully licensed private university in Nigeria.

The development marks a significant milestone in the history and growth of the university and represents the successful completion of its probationary period following its initial licensing and commencement of academic activities in 2023.

NUC CONDUCTS INSTITUTIONAL ASSESSMENT

The grant of the Full Statutory Licence followed the university’s successful participation in the institutional assessment and accreditation processes conducted by the National Universities Commission in April 2026.

According to the university, the assessment involved a comprehensive evaluation of several areas, including its academic programmes, faculty quality, governance structures, infrastructure, library and learning resources, quality assurance systems and its overall capacity to sustain university education in line with established standards.

The successful outcome of the assessment paved the way for the transition from a Provisional Licence to a Full Statutory Licence.

MILESTONE FOR UNIVERSITY ON THE NIGER

The transition to a Full Statutory Licence represents an important stage in the institutional development of the University on the Niger.

It affirms the university's progress in areas such as academic standards, governance, quality assurance and the development of systems required to provide higher education.

Established by the Diocese on the Niger, Anglican Communion, the University on the Niger was founded with a focus that extends beyond academic knowledge to include character formation, leadership, entrepreneurship and service.

The university's philosophy centres on providing qualitative education with godliness while producing skilled, entrepreneurial and globally competitive graduates who can contribute meaningfully to solving societal challenges.

UNIVERSITY TO CONSOLIDATE ITS DEVELOPMENT

Achieving full statutory licensing within about three years of its establishment marks a significant point in the university's institutional journey.

The development reflects the university's stated commitment to academic excellence, integrity, innovation, character formation and service to humanity.

With the Full Statutory Licence now granted, the University on the Niger is positioned to consolidate its achievements, strengthen its academic and research activities and expand its contribution to national development.

The university also aims to continue pursuing its vision of becoming a leading tertiary institution in knowledge dissemination, character building and leadership.

The development is expected to further strengthen the university's position within Nigeria's private university sector as it continues to develop its academic programmes and institutional capacity.

Congratulations to the management, staff, students, alumni and entire university community of the University on the Niger on this significant milestone.