The National Universities Commission (NUC) has issued a permanent operational licence to Ahman Pategi University (APU) granting the institution full status as a private university in Nigeria.
ROYAL NEWS gathered that the University was licensed by the Federal Government of Nigeria through the National Universities Commission (NUC) on April 8, 2021.
The permanent licence was awarded following a resource verification exercise that took place in June 2024.
However, this is coming barely less than one week after the demise of the visioner and founder of the institution, Hon. Aliyu Bahago Ahman-Pategi.
NUC in a statement said the permanent licence recognizes APU’s substantial investment in infrastructure, faculty development, and research initiatives, positioning the university as a leading player in Nigeria’s private tertiary education sector.
Dr. Amina Ahman Pategi who received the licence certificate at NUC’s office in Abuja on Wednesday, 30th of October, 2024, on behalf of the founder, late Hon. Dr. Aliyu Bahago Ahman Pategi expressed gratitude to the commission, saying, “This achievement validates our dedication to providing world-class education. We remain committed to nurturing talented individuals who will drive national development.”
“The permanent licence enables APU to expand its academic programmes, strengthen industry partnerships, and enhance research collaborations, further solidifying its reputation as a centre of academic excellence”, she added.
MUHAMMED, Muhammed Jiya
Director, University Public Relations
30/10/2024
