Ekiti State University Secures Full NUC Accreditation for Nursing Science, Two Other Programmes
Ekiti State University has received full accreditation from the National Universities Commission for three additional academic programmes, including Nursing Science, in what university authorities described as a major boost to academic development and quality assurance.
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Ekiti State University has received full accreditation from the National Universities Commission for three additional academic programmes, including Nursing Science, in what university authorities described as a major boost to academic development and quality assurance.
The approval was conveyed in a letter dated April 7, 2026, and signed by Abraham Chundusu, Director of Accreditation at the National Universities Commission, on behalf of the Commission’s Executive Secretary.
The accreditation followed an assessment exercise conducted in October and November 2025 by a team of academic experts tasked with evaluating the human and material resources available for the programmes in line with national minimum academic standards.
The newly accredited programmes are Nursing Science, Adult Education, and Education English Language. According to the Commission, the accreditation status will remain valid for five years before another reaccreditation exercise is due.
Reacting to the development, the Vice-Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Joseph Babatola Ayodele, described the approval as a significant milestone in the institution’s drive toward academic excellence, innovation, and expansion of educational opportunities.
He commended the leadership of the National Universities Commission for the approval, noting that the accreditation strengthens the university’s position as one of Nigeria’s leading state-owned institutions.
With the latest development, the number of fully accredited programmes at the university has increased from 76 to 79, giving the institution a 100 per cent full accreditation record across its academic offerings.
The Vice-Chancellor also expressed appreciation to the Governor of Ekiti State and Visitor to the university, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, as well as the university’s Governing Council and Senate for their support in achieving the milestone.
