EKSU to Introduce Six New Degree Programmes as NUC Grants Approval

Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti has expanded its undergraduate academic offerings after receiving regulatory approval to introduce six additional degree programmes giving prospective students more options ahead of the 2027/2028 academic session.

The approval was granted by the National Universities Commission (NUC) in a letter dated October 22, 2026 and signed by the Commission's Acting Director of Academic Planning, Dr Ayuba Mohammed on behalf of the Executive Secretary.

The university announced the development in a statement issued today by Adedoyin A.A., on behalf of the Head of Information and Corporate Affairs.

List of Six Newly Approved Programmes at EKSU

According to the university, the newly approved undergraduate programmes are:

1. B.A. Christian Theology
2. B.Sc. Transport Management
3. B.Sc. Security and Investment Management
4. B.Sc. Information and Communication Technology
5. B.Sc. Industrial Mathematics
6. B.Sc. Criminology

NUC Approval Follows Resource Verification Exercise

The university disclosed that the approval followed a resource verification visit conducted by panels of experts appointed to assess the institution's readiness to run the proposed programmes.

The exercise involved an assessment of the human and material resources available for the courses to determine whether the university met the national academic standards required for their commencement.

Following the successful assessment, the NUC issued formal approval for EKSU to introduce the six programmes.

However, the Commission specified that the approval does not cover part-time delivery. It also directed the university to retain the approved names and nomenclature of the programmes.

When Will EKSU Start Admission into the New Courses?

Prospective students interested in the newly approved programmes will be able to apply for admission beginning from the 2027/2028 academic session.

This means candidates seeking admission into EKSU should take note of the new academic options when preparing for the relevant admission exercise.

EKSU Vice-Chancellor Reacts to NUC Approval

The Vice-Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Professor Joseph Babatola Ayodele expressed delight over the approval describing it as an important development towards achieving the institution's vision of academic excellence and innovation. He also appreciated the Executive Governor of Ekiti State and Visitor to the University, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, for his support towards strengthening the institution's academic standards and global relevance.

Additional Note

With the approval, EKSU is set to offer prospective students six additional degree options from the 2027/2028 academic session, subject to the university's admission arrangements.

Source: Ekiti State University Official Website.