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Campus News2 min read2026-04-09

Nigeria Approves 12 New Private Universities

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) in Nigeria has approved the issuance of provisional licenses for the establishment of 12 new private universities across the country. This decision aims to increase access to higher education fo...

Azeez

Azeez

9 Apr 2026

Nigeria Approves 12 New Private Universities
Key takeaways
  • The Federal Executive Council (FEC) in Nigeria has approved the issuance of provisional licenses for the establishment of 12 new private universities across the country.
  • This decision aims to increase access to higher education for a growing youth population.
  • Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, announced the approval following a FEC meeting presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari in Abuja.

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