National Open University of Nigeria Lagos Centre Hosts NUC Accreditation Teams

The Lagos Study Centre of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) hosted accreditation teams from the National Universities Commission (NUC) for two programmes in October 2025.

The B.Sc. Chemistry programme in the Faculty of Sciences was assessed on Thursday, October 16, while the Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) in the Faculty of Management Science was reviewed on Monday, October 26.

The accreditation teams were received by the Centre Director, Prof. Alero Akujobi, and her team, who guided the evaluators through various offices and facilities at the centre. During the visits, the teams first assessed the students’ library, reviewing online resources, updated books, and articles, and engaging librarians on the availability and quality of e-materials for students.

Prof. James M. Okuo, coordinator of the B.Sc. Chemistry accreditation team, noted that the evaluation focused on both theoretical knowledge and practical sessions, emphasizing that science education requires hands-on laboratory experience. During the equipment inspection, the Head of the Chemistry Department, Dr. Musa Runde, demonstrated the functionality of key laboratory instruments, including fire extinguishers, colouring makers, and V-visible spectrophotometers.

The accreditation exercises aim to ensure the programmes meet NUC standards, enhancing academic quality and the overall student learning experience at NOUN Lagos Study Centre.