ELIZADE UNIVERSITY GETS NUC FULL ACCREDITATION FOR LAW AND 5 KEY ACADEMIC PROGRAMES

In a major boost to its academic profile, Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, has successfully secured full accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) for six of its key undergraduate programmes. This milestone follows a rigorous evaluation exercise conducted during the October/November 2025 cycle.

​The news was officially communicated to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Philip Oguntunde, through a letter signed by the NUC Director of Accreditation, Engr. Abraham Chundusu.

​Accredited Programmes

​The confirmation solidifies the university’s standing as a hub for quality education in Nigeria. The six programmes receiving full accreditation include:

​Law (LL.B)

​Accounting

​Business Administration

​Human Resource Management

​Computer Science

​Microbiology

​A Tradition of Excellence

​The Registrar, Mr. Omololu Adegbenro, noted that this achievement is not an isolated event. Since its inception in 2013, Elizade University has maintained a track record of excellence, consistently meeting the NUC’s stringent benchmarks for faculty quality, infrastructure, and curriculum standards.

​Insights into the Achievement

​Full accreditation typically signifies that a programme has met the highest standards for at least five years before the next review. This status offers several benefits to the university community:

​Graduate Eligibility: Law graduates can proceed to the Nigerian Law School without hurdles, and professional bodies in Accounting and Human Resources will continue to recognize the degrees for professional certifications.

​Funding and Research: Accredited status often opens doors for international partnerships and research grants, particularly in the fields of Computer Science and Microbiology.

​Student Confidence: It provides current and prospective students with the assurance that their degrees are globally competitive and nationally recognized.

​Leadership Response

​Prof. Philip Oguntunde expressed profound gratitude to the faculty and staff, attributing the success to their “dedication and commitment.” He emphasized that the university remains focused on its mission to provide world-class education and will continue to invest in state-of-the-art facilities to sustain these standards.

​Congratulations to the Board of Trustees, Management, Staff, and Students of Elizade University on this stellar accomplishment!