NUC Report Reveals: Less Than 10% of Nigerian University Students Enrolled in Private Varsities

Maiyaki highlighted that there are currently 149 private universities in Nigeria, which are facing challenges of undersubscription. He emphasized the importance of continuous curriculum reform to ensure Nigerian universities remain adaptable in a rapidly changing world.

NUC Report Reveals: Less Than 10% of Nigerian University Students Enrolled in Private Varsities

The National Universities Commission (NUC) revealed on Monday that less than 10% of the two million students enrolled in Nigerian universities are studying in private institutions. Acting Executive Secretary of NUC, Chris Maiyaki, disclosed this during the British Council Workshop on Enhancing Curriculum and Pedagogical Approaches in Nigerian Universities held at the Continental Hotel.

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Maiyaki highlighted that there are currently 149 private universities in Nigeria, which are facing challenges of undersubscription. He emphasized the importance of continuous curriculum reform to ensure Nigerian universities remain adaptable in a rapidly changing world.

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The NUC official acknowledged the workshop's significance in the context of implementing recently developed Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards, in line with the commission's mandate.