Alvan Ikoku College of Education Elevates to University Status, Cuts Ties with UNN for Degree Programs
Alvan Ikoku College of Education transitions to Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, severs ties with UNN for degree programs, emphasizing strict measures against cultism and vices.
Mary Nwaeze 
In a significant development, the Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education has announced its independence from its former affiliate, the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), for the conferment of Bachelor's Degrees starting from the upcoming academic year.
The decision comes following the institution's elevation from a College of Education to a full-fledged University by the Federal Government. During the 2023/2024 Matriculation Ceremony welcoming 1,300 fresh students pursuing NCE/PDE and BA (Ed/BSc (Ed)/B.Ed degrees, the Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor, Professor (Mrs.) Stella Ngozi Lemchi, emphasized the institution's four-decade-long aspiration to stand on its own.
Professor Lemchi highlighted the institution's invaluable contributions to various sectors, including education, business, and governance, through its alumni network comprising teachers, principals, lecturers, professors, and professionals in diverse fields.
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She reiterated the institution's commitment to maintaining its reputation for providing quality education and producing competent graduates, emphasizing that adherence to rules and regulations is paramount for academic success. Notably, strict measures against cultism and other vices were emphasized, with a clear warning that offenders would face instant expulsion and legal action.
With the attainment of University status, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education aims to further elevate its standards, aligning with its longstanding mission to contribute significantly to the development of the nation through education and research.
This transition marks a new chapter for Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, signaling its determination to soar to greater heights in academia and national development.
