The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has secured full accreditation for several of its academic programmes, including those in Law, Engineering, Sciences, and other key fields.
This was confirmed in a letter addressed to the Vice Chancellor by the Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu. The NUC expressed satisfaction with the university’s adherence to academic standards and its capacity to deliver quality education.
According to the Commission, faculties that attained full accreditation following its October/November 2024 assessment included Law, Engineering, Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Education, and Administration.
Reacting to the development, the Vice Chancellor described the outcome as a testament to ESUT’s resilience, commitment to academic excellence, and dedication to producing globally competitive graduates equipped for a technology- and innovation-driven world.
He also attributed the achievement to the support of the Enugu State Government, noting that Governor Peter Mbah’s deliberate investment in education has positioned the state as the highest education spender in Nigeria.
“Governor Mbah has been a pivotal force, playing a major role and serving as a catalyst in transforming ESUT into a premier university of science and technology in Africa. His intervention has enabled the university to access the resources and infrastructure necessary for delivering quality education,” the Vice Chancellor stated.
He further praised the governor’s youth-focused programmes, which he said are geared towards enhancing human capital development, creating wealth, and eradicating poverty across the state.
Addressing concerns over the recent adjustment in the university’s fees, the Vice Chancellor clarified that the change was not punitive, nor intended as a fee hike, but a necessary step to reflect prevailing economic realities, including the impact of hyperinflation in the country.
