President Tinubu Approves Licenses for 11 New Private Universities in Nigeria
In a significant move to expand educational opportunities and infrastructure across the country, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of 11 new private universities in Nigeria. The announcement was made during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the State House in Abuja.
The President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Sunday Dare, emphasized Tinubu’s commitment to broadening access to quality education and fostering academic excellence. “President Tinubu is dedicated to expanding the frontiers of educational opportunities and infrastructure in Nigeria,” Dare stated.
The newly approved universities span various regions of the country and are expected to address the growing demand for higher education while promoting specialized fields of study. Below is the full list of the newly licensed institutions:
- New City University, Ayetoro, Ogun State
- University of Fortune, Igbotako, Ondo State
- Eranova University, Mabushi, Abuja
- Minaret University, Ikirun, Osun State
- Abubakar Toyin University, Oke-Agba, Kwara State
- Southern Atlantic University, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
- Lens University, Ilemona, Kwara State
- Monarch University, Iyesi-Ota, Ogun State
- Tonnie Iredia University of Communication, Benin City, Edo State
- Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management, Lagos State
- Kevin Eze University, Mgbowo, Enugu State
The establishment of these universities is expected to create more opportunities for Nigerian students to access higher education, reduce the pressure on existing institutions, and encourage innovation in specialized fields such as aeronautics, communication, and technology.
This development aligns with the federal government’s broader agenda to improve the quality of education and ensure that Nigeria’s youth are equipped with the skills needed to compete in a globalized economy.
The approval of these institutions has been met with optimism by stakeholders in the education sector, who see it as a step toward addressing the challenges of access and quality in Nigeria’s tertiary education system.
As the new universities begin operations, the federal government has assured Nigerians of its commitment to ensuring that they meet the required standards and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s educational development.
