EKSU's Nursing Sciences and 42 Other Programmes Secure Full Accreditation.

EKSU's Nursing Sciences and 42 Other Programmes Secure Full Accreditation.

By Olamide Akinwumi. 

Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti, has achieved a significant milestone with the Nursing Sciences programme and 42 other academic programmes receiving full accreditation status. This development was confirmed through official communications from relevant accreditation bodies.

In a letter dated May 20, 2024, addressed to the Vice Chancellor of EKSU, the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) conveyed its approval of the university's Nursing Sciences programme for a period of five years. The letter, signed by the Council’s Registrar and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Faruk Abubakar, highlighted that the Nursing Sciences curriculum meets the Council’s standards in both content and coverage. Additionally, the NMCN approved an increase in the university's annual intake of Nursing Sciences students from 50 to 100.

The NMCN’s letter praised the university’s programme, stating, "The Nursing Sciences programme is adequate in content and coverage and is in line with that of the NMCN." This accreditation reassures stakeholders of the quality of education provided by EKSU’s Nursing Sciences department.

In a parallel development, 42 other academic programmes at EKSU have been granted full accreditation status by the National Universities Commission (NUC). These programmes span various faculties within the university and have all been approved for a five-year period following a thorough assessment by the NUC.

The university community has welcomed the news with enthusiasm, recognizing it as a testament to EKSU’s commitment to maintaining high educational standards. The Vice Chancellor, Professor Edward Olanipekun, has been widely commended for his leadership and the positive trajectory of the university under his administration.

Bode Olofinmuagun, the Head of the Directorate of Information and Corporate Affairs at EKSU, officially announced the accreditation achievements, highlighting the university's dedication to academic excellence and continuous improvement.

This development marks a significant achievement for EKSU, enhancing the institution's reputation and reaffirming its status as a center for quality education in Nigeria.