The National Universities Commission (NUC) has officially granted approval to the University of Offa (UNIOFFA), Kwara State, to expand its academic curriculum with the introduction of four premier health-related undergraduate programmes.
Beginning in the 2026/2027 Academic Session, UNIOFFA will welcome its pioneer cohorts into the following accredited disciplines:
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Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc.)
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Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS)
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Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT)
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Bachelor of Science in Community Health (B.Sc.)
Behind the Accreditation: Commitment to Standard Compliance
This institutional expansion follows a meticulous and highly successful resource verification exercise conducted by an elite delegation of NUC experts in April 2026.
The formal endorsement was officially delivered via an executive communication dated June 16, 2026, signed by the NUC Director of Academic Planning, Abubakar M. Girei, certifying that the university’s infrastructure, laboratories, and faculty meet the rigorous standards required for professional medical education.
Leadership Response: A Vision Realized
Reacting to this monumental milestone, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Offa, Prof. Kazeem Alagbe Gbolagade, expressed immense pride and gratitude, describing the approval as a transformative leap forward for the institution.
“This achievement stands as a powerful testament to our unwavering commitment to academic excellence, strict quality assurance, and aggressive, continuous investment in both human capital and world-class physical resources.
We extend our deepest appreciation to the university’s visionary founder, the Governing Council, management, dedicated staff, brilliant students, and external stakeholders who contributed to making this vision a reality.” — Prof. Kazeem Alagbe Gbolagade, Vice-Chancellor
Looking Ahead: Preparing Global Health Professionals
As the university prepares to open admissions for these competitive medical programmes, the Vice-Chancellor reassured prospective students and parents of UNIOFFA’s unyielding dedication to elite academic standards. The university is fully prepared to nurture the next generation of highly skilled, globally competitive healthcare practitioners capable of driving innovation in global medical fields.
The Management extends its heartfelt congratulations to the entire university community on this historic accomplishment. Admission portals for the new health programmes will open shortly.
