The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted Venite University a five-year full accreditation for its Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc.) programme following a successful accreditation exercise conducted in May 2026.

The institution achieved an impressive 82.80% cumulative score, earning full accreditation and reaffirming its commitment to delivering quality nursing education that meets national academic standards.

NUC Approves Full Accreditation

The approval was officially conveyed in a letter dated 13th July, 2026, authorizing Venite University to continue offering its Bachelor of Nursing Science programme under the NUC’s Full Accreditation Status for the next five years.

This achievement represents a major milestone for the University’s College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences and further strengthens its reputation as one of Nigeria’s emerging institutions committed to excellence in healthcare education.

Commitment to Academic Excellence

Reacting to the development, the Vice-Chancellor of Venite University, Professor Charity Aremu, described the accreditation as a reflection of the University’s unwavering commitment to quality education, continuous improvement, and academic excellence.

According to her, the successful accreditation validates the University’s investments in modern teaching facilities, qualified academic staff, practical learning environments, and industry-focused training designed to produce competent healthcare professionals.

She also expressed appreciation to the National Universities Commission for the confidence reposed in the institution and acknowledged the collective efforts of the University’s management, academic staff, accreditation committees, and governing council in achieving the feat.

Nursing Programme Gains National Recognition

Professor Aremu commended the Provost of the College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences, the Head of the Nursing Science Programme, members of the accreditation committees, and the entire university community for their dedication and commitment throughout the accreditation process.

She noted that the Nursing Science programme has now become one of the University’s flagship programmes and will continue to provide students with quality education, practical clinical experience, and the professional skills required to excel in the healthcare sector.

Admissions Still Ongoing

With admissions currently open for the 2026/2027 academic session, the newly granted NUC accreditation provides prospective students with greater confidence in choosing Venite University for their nursing education.

The University stated that the accreditation further reinforces its mission of producing highly skilled, globally competitive nursing professionals through innovative teaching, practical training, and a conducive learning environment.

Significance of the Accreditation

The full accreditation means that graduates of the Bachelor of Nursing Science programme will continue to earn degrees recognized by the National Universities Commission, while the institution remains authorized to admit and train students under approved national standards.

It also reflects the University’s compliance with NUC requirements regarding curriculum delivery, staffing, infrastructure, laboratories, clinical training facilities, library resources, and quality assurance mechanisms.

Final Note

The five-year full accreditation of the Bachelor of Nursing Science programme marks another significant achievement for Venite University and reinforces its growing reputation as a center of excellence in health sciences education.

Prospective students seeking admission into the University’s Nursing Science programme for the 2026/2027 academic session can now apply with the assurance that the programme has received full approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) and meets the required standards for quality higher education in Nigeria.