Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) Gains Full Accreditation for 14 Courses

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted full accreditation to 14 academic programmes at the Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA). This significant achievement underscores the university’s commitment to providing high-quality education.

Exciting News of Accreditation

The National Universities Commission (NUC) recently informed FULAFIA of the full accreditation status of 14 academic programmes. This news was conveyed in a letter signed by Abraham Chundusu, Acting Director of Accreditation at the NUC, and addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of FULAFIA, Prof. Shehu Abdul Rahman.

Accreditation Process and Results

In October and November 2023, the NUC conducted an accreditation exercise for several programmes at the university. The following programmes successfully received full accreditation:

Accredited Programmes

• Agriculture
• Fishery and Aquaculture
• Forestry and Wildlife Management
• Medical Laboratory Science
• Physiology
• English and Literary Studies
• French
• Theatre and Media Arts
• Business Education
• Biochemistry
• Geology
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Zoology
• Social Works

In addition to these, the courses in Anatomy and Computer Science, housed in the Faculty of Basic Medical Science and the Computer Science department, respectively, gained interim accreditation status.

Accreditation Validity

The full accreditation status granted to these undergraduate programmes is valid for five years, ensuring continued excellence and adherence to academic standards.

Conclusion

The Federal University of Lafia’s commitment to maintaining high academic standards has been recognised through this achievement. This accreditation milestone highlights the university’s dedication to providing top-tier education and fostering academic growth.

For more information about the accredited programmes and the university’s offerings, visit the Federal University of Lafia official website. Celebrate this success and explore the opportunities available at FULAFIA.