The National Universities Commission (NUC) has taken a firm stance against unlicensed universities operating in Nigeria. Under the leadership of Professor Abubakar Adamu Rasheed, the NUC has closed down over 50 unlicensed institutions, often referred to as “degree mills,” for violating the Education (National Minimum Standards, etc.) Act CAP E3 Law of the Federation of Nigeria 2004.
These unlicensed universities pose a serious risk to students and their future prospects. Certificates obtained from these institutions will not be recognized for NYSC, employment, or further studies. Parents and prospective undergraduates are urged to be cautious and verify the accreditation of any institution before enrolling.
Here is a list of the illegal universities that have been closed down by the NUC:
- University of Accountancy and Management Studies
- Christians of Charity, American University of Science and Technology
- University of Industry, Yaba, Lagos
- University of Applied Sciences & Management, Port Novo, Republic of Benin
- Blacksmith University
- Volta University College, Ho, Volta Region, Ghana
- Royal University of Izhia
- Atlanta University, Anyigba, Kogi State
- United Christian University, Macotis Campus, Imo State
- United Nigeria University College, Okija, Anambra State
- Samuel Ahmadu University, Makurdi, Benue State
- UNESCO University, Ndoni, Rivers State
- Saint Augustine’s University of Technology, Jos, Plateau State
- The International University, Missouri, USA
- Columbus University, UK
- Tiu International University, UK
- Pebbles University, UK
- London External Studies, UK
- Pilgrims University
- Lobi Business School, Makurdi, Benue State
- West African Christian University
- Bolta University College, Aba
- JBC Seminary Inc. (Wukari Jubilee University)
- Westlan University, Esie, Kwara State
- St. Andrews University College, Abuja
- EC-Council University, USA
- Atlas University, Ikot Udoso Uko, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
- Concept College/Universities (London), Ilorin
- Halifax Gateway University, Ikeja
- Kingdom of Christ University, Abuja
- Acada University, Akinlalu, and Oyo State
- Fifom University, Mbaise, and Imo State
- Houdegbe North American University
- Atlantic Intercontinental University, Okija, Anambra State
- Open International University, Akure
- Middle Belt University (North Central University), Otukpo
- Leadway University, Ughelli, Delta State
- Metro University, Dutse/Bwari, Abuja
- Southend University, Ngwuro Egeru (Afam) Ndoki, Rivers State
- Olympic University, Nsukka, Enugu State
- Federal College of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Abuja
- Temple University, Abuja
- Irish University Business School, London
- National University of Technology, Lafia, Nasarawa State
- University of Accountancy and Management Studies, Mowe, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
- University of Education, Winneba, Ghana
- Cape Coast University, Ghana
- African University Cooperative Development (AUCD), Cotonou, Benin Republic
- Pacific Western University, Denver, Colorado, Owerri Study Centre
- Evangel University of America and Chudick Management Academic, Lagos
- Enugu State University of Science and Technology (Gboko Campus)
- Career Light Resources Center, Jos
- University of West Africa, Kwali-Abuja, FCT
- Coastal University, Iba-Oku, Akwa-Ibom State
- Kaduna Business School, Kaduna
- Royal University of Theology, Minna, Niger State
- West African Union University, in collaboration with the International Professional College of Administration, Science, and Technology Nigeria
- Gospel Missionary Foundation (GMF), Theological University, Lagos
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Please share this information to protect others from falling victim to these illegal institutions. Always verify the accreditation of any university before enrolling to ensure a legitimate education.
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