Educational Insights2 min read2026-04-17

NOUN Law Graduates' Dilemma After Presidential Assent

The journey for law graduates from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) remains uncertain, even after a significant legislative amendment aimed at resolving their long-standing dilemma. The issue centres on their eligibi...

Azeez

Azeez

17 Apr 2026

NOUN Law Graduates' Dilemma After Presidential Assent
Key takeaways
  • The journey for law graduates from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) remains uncertain, even after a significant legislative amendment aimed at resolving their long-standing dilemma.
  • The issue centres on their eligibility for vocational training at the Nigerian Law School, a prerequisite for legal practice in Nigeria.
  • In a move that initially sparked nationwide celebration, President Muhammadu Buhari gave his assent to the NOUN (Amendment) Act 2018 on December 6, 2018.

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