Ekiti State University Achieves Major Leap in Academic Advancement

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The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted full accreditation status to 18 academic programs at Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti. The accreditation exercise was conducted by the NUC in October and November 2024.

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According to a statement released by the Head of EKSU’s Directorate of Information, Bode Olofinmuagun, the approval was communicated in a letter dated April 30, 2025, and signed by the Acting Director of Accreditation at the NUC, Abraham Chundusu. “The development also reaffirms EKSU’s growing reputation as the best state university in Nigeria according to the Times Higher Education 2025 universities ranking,” he stated.

The newly accredited programs include administration, business administration, public administration, Arabic studies, Islamic studies, philosophy, civil engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, and law, among others.

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EKSU Vice Chancellor Prof. Babatola Ayodele described the accreditation as “a dream come true and a product of tireless efforts by the academic and administrative staff of the university.” He added, “The university is always better positioned to meet the educational needs of Nigerian youth in cutting-edge and relevant fields of study.”

The VC appreciated Ekiti State Governor and Visitor to the university, Biodun Oyebanji; the Chancellor, Dr. Tunji Olowolafe; and the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Governing Council, Prof. Akin Oyebode, for their impactful efforts and interest in growing the university globally

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