The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the establishment and commencement of postgraduate programmes as well as the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree for Salem University, Lokoja (SUL).
Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof. Alewo Johnson-Akubo, disclosed this in an interview with newsmen in Lokoja on Monday, saying the approvals followed a rigorous accreditation and verification process conducted by the NUC.
According to him, the newly approved programmes include Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Science (M.Sc), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) degrees in Biochemistry, Mass Communication, and International Relations.
Prof. Johnson-Akubo described the approvals as “another giant stride in the university’s pursuit of academic excellence,” attributing the achievement to the institution’s consistent investment in laboratories, classrooms, libraries, and digital learning infrastructure.
“To us in Salem University Lokoja, this feat is a welcome development, having been ordained by the Almighty God, to whom we give thanks,”
he said.
“We remain committed to sustaining the university’s vision of transforming graduates into global leaders who will impact the world in every sphere of human endeavour.”
The Vice Chancellor announced that admissions into the newly approved programmes will commence immediately alongside other courses for the 2025/2026 academic session.
He also congratulated the Founding Chancellor, Archbishop Sam Amaga, and the entire Salem University community on what he described as “a historic milestone in the institution’s growth and development.”