12 New Private Universities approved in Nigeria 2025 (See full details)

The Federal Government officially allowed the establishment of new private universities in Nigeria by the year 2025. I’ll show you the complete list of the 12 New Private Universities approved in Nigeria by 2025 in this post.

The formation of 12 new private universities has been approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC). After the FEC meeting on Wednesday, Lai Mohammed, the minister of information, verified the news to press.

The 12 New Private Universities are listed below:

1. Gombe, PEN Resource University (under the supervision of Modibbo Adamawa University of Technology, Yola).
2. Maiduguri, Borno: Al-Ansar University (under the supervision of University of Maiduguri)
3. Calilee, Delta State’s Margaret Lawrence University (under the supervision of Nnamdi Azikiwe University).
4. Kano’s Khalifa Isiyaku Rabiu University (under Bayero University Kano).
5. .Idumuje Sports University is located in Ugboko, Delta State (under the supervision of University of Benin).
6. Kano’s Baba Ahmed University (to be supervised by Bayero University Kano).
7. Sokoto’s Saisa University of Medical Science and Technology (under the supervision of Usmanu Danfodio University, Sokoto).
8. Asa, Abia State, Nigerian British University (under the supervision of University of Port Harcourt).
9. Nnamdi Azikiwe supervises Peter University at Achina-Onneh, Anambra state.
10. .Newgate University, Minna, Niger state (under the supervision of Federal University Minna).
11. .European University of Nigerian, Duboyi, FCT (under the supervision of University of Abuja)
12. North West University, Sokoto.

FAQs

How many new private universities were approved in Nigeria in 2025?

In March 2025, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved provisional licenses for 11 new private universities across Nigeria. This brings the total number of private universities in the country to 158.

What are the names and locations of the newly approved universities?

The 11 newly approved private universities and their respective locations are:

• New City University, Ayetoro, Ogun State

• University of Fortune, Igbotako, Ondo State

• Eranova University, Mabushi, Abuja

• Minaret University, Ikirun, Osun State

• Abubakar Toyin University, Oke-Agba, Kwara State

• Southern Atlantic University, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State

• Lens University, Ilemona, Kwara State

• Monarch University, Iyesi-Ota, Ogun State

• Tonnie Iredia University of Communication, Benin City, Edo State

• Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management, Lagos State

• Kevin Eze University, Mgbowo, Enugu State

What is the significance of these new approvals?

The approval of these universities is part of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to expanding educational opportunities and infrastructure in Nigeria. By increasing the number of private universities, the government aims to provide more access to higher education for Nigerians, particularly in underserved regions.

Are there any new regulations or moratoriums on the establishment of private universities?

Yes, following the approval of these 11 universities, the Federal Government announced a one-year moratorium on the establishment of new private universities. This suspension, effective from February 10, 2025, is intended to allow for a comprehensive review of regulatory guidelines to ensure that newly established private universities meet the necessary academic and infrastructural standards.