Gombe State University Achieves Full Accreditation for 6 Key Programmes, Boosts Academic Credibility -

By Ibrahim Haidar Gombe

In a significant milestone for the institution, Gombe State University (GSU) has secured full accreditation for six of its undergraduate programmes from the National Universities Commission (NUC). The accredited programmes include Business Administration, Education English, Education History, Pharmacy, Biology, and Geology, spread across the Faculties of Arts and Social Science, Education, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Science.

According to the Director of Academic Planning, Professor A. D. Bajoga, the NUC conducted rigorous evaluation exercises in October and November 2024, assessing various components such as curriculum content, staffing, facilities, and overall academic quality. GSU successfully met the stringent standards set by the NUC, demonstrating its commitment to academic excellence.

This achievement is a testament to the University’s relentless pursuit of national and international standards in education. With this development, all 63 undergraduate programmes offered by GSU now have full accreditation status, further strengthening the institution’s reputation both locally and internationally.

The Ag. Vice Chancellor, Professor Sani Ahmed Yauta, expressed his profound gratitude to the staff, students, and members of the public for their dedication and support, which significantly contributed to the successful outcome. “This milestone underscores our steady progress towards maintaining national and international standards in education,” he stated.

This achievement has significant implications for students, parents, and stakeholders. With full accreditation, students can now access federal scholarships and other benefits, while parents can be assured of their wards’ academic future. The accreditation also enhances the employability of GSU graduates, both locally and internationally.

Gombe State University’s commitment to academic excellence is evident in its vision to become a centre of academic distinction. This achievement brings the institution closer to realizing its goal, and it is expected that this development will boost the University’s appeal to prospective students and investors.

Gombe State University, located in Gombe, Nigeria, was established in 2004 to provide quality education to the people of Gombe State and beyond. The University offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various faculties.

By achieving full accreditation for its key programmes, Gombe State University has demonstrated its commitment to academic excellence and further solidified its position as a reputable institution in Nigeria.